Common man a victim of apathy
With reference to the editorial ‘Bail, but still in jail’; courts often drag their feet in the grant of bail. The struggles faced by prominent politicians like Manish Sisodia and Arvind Kejriwal in receiving bail speak volumes about the sorry state of affairs. If even well-connected leaders represented by erudite lawyers find it hard to receive relief from court, what about the undertrials who belong to underprivileged sections of society? An overhaul of the procedure for the grant of bail and furnishing bonds is in order to ensure that the common man does not continue to suffer because of judicial apathy.
Ravinder Jain, Ludhiana
Bail sans relief
Refer to ‘Bail, but still in jail’; it is unfortunate that a large number of undertrials are not allowed to walk out of jail despite being granted bail. Quite often, undertrials belonging to poor families or underprivileged sections bear the brunt of the excessive conditions that are imposed following the grant of bail. It has been rightly pointed out in the editorial that awarding a prisoner bail and then imposing too many conditions is like taking away with the left hand what is given by the right hand. Bail is the rule and denial an exception, as the Supreme Court has reiterated in several judgments. There is an urgent need to simplify the conditions of furnishing bonds and sureties.
Shakti Singh, Karnal
Lack of accountability to blame
Apropos of the editorial ‘Rusty promises’; the ruling dispensation has failed to check the evil of corruption. Graft has permeated every level of governance, right from the municipality level to the top. And unfortunately, it is the common man that has to suffer. The collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Maharashtra and the leaking roof of the new Parliament building in New Delhi are a matter of shame. A lack of accountability is to blame for the poor quality of construction work. Favouritism, nepotism and red tape sadly plague the administrative system in our country. It is time for the powers that be to overhaul the process of roping in contractors for public projects and rein in corrupt practices.
Vinay Kumar Malhotra, Ambala Cantt
Kangana’s irresponsible words
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut’s remarks on the farmers’ protests are an insult to tillers across the nation. This is further proof of the BJP’s anti-farmer stance. Notably, it is not even the first time that the actress-turned-politician has made a provocative statement. Earlier, she had described the protesting farmers as Khalistanis. It is not enough for the BJP to simply distance itself from her irresponsible utterances. The party’s top brass must pull up Kangana for her hateful and divisive comments. As a lawmaker, she must do better. Not only has the BJP-led Central Government failed to fulfil the demands of the farmers, but it has also rubbed salt in their wounds by letting their leaders denigrate the farming community.
Bidyut Kumar Chatterjee, Faridabad
Modi’s diplomacy
PM Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine is a masterstroke in diplomatic balance, underscoring India’s commitment to global peace. Despite India’s deep-rooted ties with Russia, Modi’s outreach to Kyiv demonstrates New Delhi’s strategic autonomy. India refuses to be cornered into taking sides. The move signals to the West that India stands firm on its sovereignty. By engaging both Moscow and Kyiv, Modi also highlights New Delhi’s readiness to serve as a mediator in the conflict. This diplomatic manoeuvre not only strengthens India’s global standing but also opens new avenues in global trade.
Sahibpreet Singh, Mohali
Bandhs disrupt life
The BJP’s call for a Bengal bandh over the horrific Kolkata rape-murder is legitimate. The case has understandably sparked a massive outrage and led to protests across the nation. But it is imperative for our leaders to understand that a bandh throws life out of gear. Such steps take large bites out of the earnings of countless daily wagers. Besides, it also disrupts essential services. A robust legal reform and a change of mindset in society can help bring down the number of heinous crimes. Protesters must push for systemic changes without adding to the woes of the common man.
Nitika Bansal, Zirakpur
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