Afghanistan – The Status quo and Run-off Presidential Election 2014

By Padmini Arhant

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India – Politics Governed By Deception And Misrepresentation is Destructive

By Padmini Arhant

Indian political system premised on plutocracy comprising affluent members from dynasty, economic sector and performers from television and film industry pledged allegiance to hegemony agenda promotes self-destructive ideology and misrepresentation through innuendoes resulting in inevitable disaster especially for those in collusion in any manner. 

The willful misconduct in adherence to internal and external sources ill-advised strategy would mean kamikaze indulgence with ripple effect on the entire establishment.

The political structure marred with corruption and third of elected members admittedly from criminal background besides false disclosure on educational qualifications and personal data misleading constituents and nation confirm the lack of integrity known to be a rare commodity in politics.

Notwithstanding the foreign national led faction as the extension of imperialism having depleted treasury and led the nation towards unprecedented setbacks in every respect eclipse the prospects for a new beginning.

Unfortunately the elements espousing detrimental aspirations in cooperation with unscrupulous enterprise pose hindrance in India’s ability to rise and reach milestones at the expense of vast majority in the country.

The elected government headed by Prime Minister Narender Modi with massive political capital is subject to litmus test on the courage and determination to eliminate the epidemic of corruption, black money recovery and tax evasions arguably suppress growth and development despite the work force tremendous potential. 

Last but not the least investigation and accountability without exceptions commencing with beneficiaries of Bofor scandal leading to scams up until now has burdened Indian economy and taxpayers in liabilities not to mention the depravation of national revenue denied billion population fair economic opportunity. 

The ruling party tasked by the electorate to prove the political will in the crack down on corruption culture evidently corrosive and defy logic, legality and ethics.

Unlike the predecessor governance alluding to authoritarianism in the past decade that had little or zero tolerance to constructive analysis and alternative perspectives on government counterproductive policies or decisions,

The present authority respect for freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and individual rights barring negative smear campaigns and surveillance activity utilizing taxpayer funded contingency would clarify delineation from dysfunctional and defective politics.

India moving forward with due recognition for positive contributions is largely dependent on national preparedness to transcend parochial disposition and ancient caste system abrogation.

The hierarchy tradition notably degenerative and prevents the possibility for transformation into progressive egalitarian society.

Politics in particular exploiting religion, ethnicity and diverse orientation under the guise of secularism is behind tensions and communal divide nationwide.

The state and hegemony controlled communication media and press corps predominantly engaged in deflection of public attention from real issues to manufactured and fabricated events evade transparency.

The relentless pursuit targeting truth seekers and speakers being the voice for the voiceless and defenseless is the political trend to stifle challenge seeking fundamental change.

India’s independence would be verifiable upon disinheritance of foreign imposed subservience as dominion republic emerging to be reliable power in meeting expectations at every level.

Best Wishes to the marginalized and disenfranchised demography in the achievement of fairness and equality in the persistently exclusive political apparatus. 

Peace to all!

Tbank you.

 

Padmini Arhant

 

India – UttarPradesh Train Accident

By Padmini Arhant

Sincere condolences to bereaved members on the loss of their loved ones in the train accident in UttarPradesh, northern India.

The incident having claimed  approximately 40 or more lives and left  many injured is a tragedy.

The unfortunate event is also a reminder on the necessity to improve public transportation safety and security especially the railway system considering the frequency in derailment and collision nationwide. 

Wishing the victims families and individuals peace and strength to cope with grief  and difficult situation.

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

India – Ethics in Politics

By Padmini Arhant

Indian election is over and the winning political parties along with opposition are being sworn to various posts in the legislative assembly. 

Meanwhile the relevant data released by National Election Watch (NEW) and Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) confirm that every third newly elected MP has a criminal case.

According to the report the trend in the election of parliament members with criminal charges disclosed in their affidavits exponentially higher in the 16^th Lok Sabha i.e. the recently ended election.

Similarly the surge in 2009 was no less considering the influx of domestic and foreign funds in election campaign combined with the absence of accountability invalidating electability criteria.

Among 541 from 543 elected members – 186 otherwise 34 percent are declared to have criminal cases against them in the current electoral outcome with a sharp 4 percent increase than earlier.

The statistics reveal that out of 186 winning members in the latest Lok Sabha election with criminal charges – 

112 or 21 percent of them acknowledged to have serious criminal cases notwithstanding murder, attempt to murder, responsible for communal clashes, abductions and crimes against women.

Furthermore, those with criminal background prevailing in the election evidently greater i.e. 13 percent compared with contestants in possession of clean record only having 5 percent winning chance.

Again 442 out of 543 i.e. 82 percent of winning candidates economic status is categorized as millionaires or crorepati.

Both major political parties – BJP 237 out of 281 – 84 percent and,

Congress 35 (80 percent) of 44 winners are millionaires / crorepatis not to mention the billionaires in the hierarchy.

As for the regional factions party wise – 29 (78 percent) of 37 winners in AIADMK and,

Trinamool Congress (TMC) 21 (62 percent) of 34 elected members admittedly have assets exceeding 1 crore / million or more.

The average asset for individual winner is Rs. 14.61 crore / million and each candidate including those losing elections is Rs. 3.16 crore. 

BJP 281 successful candidates average wealth is Rs. 11.59 crore whereas 44 Lok Sabha representative for Congress average asset net worth Rs. 16.71 crore.

In terms of literacy in the just concluded election – the report highlights on one elected candidate as self-claimed illiterate. 

Moreover 125 (23 percent) winners have educational qualifications Class 12 or below.

Simultaneously 405 (75 percent) are graduates and above.

On the age group – 202 (37 percent) fall in the age group 25 – 50 years.

298 (55 percent) are between 51 -70 years. 

The remaining 41 elected are 71 and over. 

The gender ratio difference is still substantial with 61 (11 percent) women elected to parliament with 543 seats despite the representation relatively better than the number – 57 women in 2009 election result.

Obviously the political reform encompassing appropriate standards to perform the constitutional duty as diligent capable lawmakers with credibility and integrity urgently required for proper understanding and implementation of laws demonstrating effective governance. 

The disclosure is a reflection of the political system disconnect with mainstream reality.

The lack of transparency and political immunity facilitates tradition ignoring ethics and eligibility for the position in public office.

However, the new concept and framework will be provided in this context to improve efficiency and reliance on government role besides independence from hegemony dominance.

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

India – General Election 2014 Result Review

By Padmini Arhant

India’s 2014 national election concluded with massive victory for Prime Ministerial candidate Narender Modi and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) gaining absolute majority without coalition requirement to form government. 

British Empire appointee Alan O. Hume founded Congress contemporarily headed by party chief Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and family experienced colossal defeat in the recent election.

Congress Party tallied 44 out of 543 seats in the Lower House aka Lok Sabha polls this year.

The party’s substantial decline attributed to numerous corruption scandals, black money in Swiss banks and tax havens, soaring inflation, high unemployment and violence against women besides terror attacks in Mumbai, New Delhi and Bangalore…in the past three years under Congress UPA2 governance. 

Notwithstanding government clamp down on anti-corruption rally resulting in casualty and youth peaceful protest related to assault on women infiltrated by politically instigated anti-social elements caused police personnel death and left several injured in the capital, New Delhi. 

Similarly the Congress party and regional allies nationwide suffered setbacks and failed to win any Lok Sabha seats from prominent states like Tamil Nadu, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir and more.

The electoral mandate is for fundamental change in political system transcending exclusivity and partisanship on social as well as economic issues dominant in the previous and the outgoing administration.

On the economic front, the politics prioritized campaign financiers interests and pursued external forces globalization agenda with little or no concern towards impact on local community.

The taxpayers funded government in the last decade was preoccupied in battling corruption charges and opposing anti-corruption law enactment.

Furthermore, the representation in Parliament was not inclusive and instead shared among the affluent, famous and powerful in society.

Accordingly, the political backlash against once regarded main party Congress and allies witnessed in 2014 election.

Indian electorate response understandably aimed at political reform with adequate mainstream participation in Parliament encompassing the marginalized and disenfranchised demography that could subsequently lead to fair income distribution, economic growth and development in areas long neglected due to lack of investment. 

India’s progress confined to wealthy segments while the remaining citizens across the nation burdened with economic woes arguably influenced voter decision.

Additionally loss of national revenue from tax evasion and corruption contributed to large voter turnout rejecting those responsible for status quo.

Some states also set precedence in 2014 election expressing dissent on misuse of political capital denying those groups electability from the respective territory.

Nonetheless, the political structure is far from being perfected considering the reelection of some incumbents despite their involvement in high profile scams and investigations stifled to prevent exposure. 

The constituents enabling the return of these candidacies perhaps expect different performance even though such anticipation earlier delivered disappointment maintaining the trend in empty promises on campaign trail and continuation of business as usual. 

Indian election has provided unique possibility for real transformation in every frontier and Prime Minister-elect Narender Modi with BJP leaders and others support could realize goals for the entire nation leaving behind none in the process. 

Congratulations and Best Wishes! To Prime Minister-elect Narender Modi, BJP and NDA alliance and political factions on the success and impressive record.

The roadmap for India’s rebirth will be presented in due course following the landmark election. 

Jai Bharat!

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

India – General Election 2014

By Padmini Arhant

Indian general election is underway with final outcome expected in Mid May 2014.

The two major political parties – the outgoing UPA 2 headed by the Congress party chief Sonia Gandhi and family and,

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) – the NDA together with regional partners seek re-election to retain control in the Indian political system.

Last but not the least is the introduction of the so-called Common Man Party (AAP) to discredit recommendation on this website for genuine mainstream political party.

The suggestion was made to offset prevalent plutocracy comprising celebrities, industrialists and political dynasty dominance deriving exclusive gains against national and republic interest.

The common man party with broom as mascot implies sly response to  remark (again on this website) to clean up widespread corruption in India.

Such choice not only confirm the lack of seriousness in public service but also slight average citizens and middle class plight.

AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal – previously employed in Income Tax department is Congress nominee with hegemony sponsorship evident in campaign donations, political posturing and media promotion for the affiliate. 

The relationship was formalized equivalent to tying the nuptial knots following the Delhi State Assembly election when AAP forged alliance with Congress to form government.  

Subsequently AAP government resigned from power in Delhi State Assembly abandoning Delhi administration and electorate analogous to stood up bride with the distinction here being deserted by the groom with the broom at the marriage ceremony. 

AAP leadership and associates are now on pilgrimage to the Holy City Varanasi perhaps on Kasi Yatra!  – the journey often considered by those contemplating Sanyas or renunciation of worldly life although in this instance it might be retirement from politics. 

Hopefully Kasi voyage is enlightening for AAP members and poet Kumar Viswas in particular in understanding Kasinath – the Visweshwar – God Shiva.

There are further revelations on Congress organized India against corruption (IAC) in 2011 with core members – Anna Hazare, Kiran Bedi, Arvind Kejriwal and Shanti Bhushan participation apparently to disqualify and derail authentic demand for effective anti-corruption law or Jan Lokpal bill encompassing Right to Recall among various other important measures that are required for political reform.

Accordingly, the IAC committee representatives owe valid explanation to the people and the nation at large having raised false hopes on graft legislation while the reality confirm collusion with political establishment and hegemony.

The desperate maneuvers from Congress to win third term considering the sharp decline in popularity due to soaring inflation, unemployment, numerous scandals, land scam deals and refusal on accountability in black money held in Swiss bank, Singapore, Dubai and several overseas tax haven and shelter clarify subversion for political salvation.

Similarly, the opposition BJP also shares controversial involvement at the regional and national level viz. the state of Karnataka and Rajasthan besides inaction to implement meaningful corruption remedy and investigation on tax evasion alluding to complicity with incumbency.

The security lapse conspicuous in the rampant crimes against women and terror attacks in Mumbai, New Delhi and Bangalore in the past three years notwithstanding allegations on members of armed forces deployed in northeastern states and Kashmir regarding abuse of special immunity shielding offenders from inquiry.

State interference at hegemony behest leading to the death of rape victim in New Delhi demonstrated disrespect for ordinary citizens life while other prominent members making mockery of victim and family pain and misery exemplified callousness ignoring ill consequences via bad karma.

Likewise UPA2 i.e. Congress response to anti-corruption rally in June 2011 authorizing excess force against unarmed and peaceful civilians not even sparing children, women and elders contributed to casualty with the demise of female attendee Rajbala and many severely injured in the violent crackdown.

Not to mention the shooting incident in coastal Kerala involving Italian marines Massimiliano Lattore and Salvatore Girone show the innocent fishermen lives are dispensable to the state and national leadership.

Hegemony influence and authority over Indian politics and economy substantially increased in the last decade. 

The intervention undermines sovereignty rendering electoral mandate mere catharsis to legitimize the illegitimate proxy rule.

Furthermore the intrusion went beyond tradition bypassing the central government in New Delhi when U.S. former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton held direct meetings with the State Chief Ministers Mamata Banerjee of West Bengal and Jayalalitha of Tamil Nadu to prove foreign discretion in discarding protocol.

The syndicate presence in India through communication media and entertainment industry for propaganda and misinformation intended to malign dissent on treason and mass deception.

Also included in the strategy is identity theft ascribing character to undeserving and contrarily for insinuations and enactments to stymie original entities in the divine mission.

Indian political structure nationwide premised on the next of kin succession to mantle of power defy democracy. 

The alternative factions ruling states for decades exploit voter dilemma to choose between equally contentious options converting the situation mandatory rather than accessibility to viable representation.

The speculation on the current election is the possibility for coalition in the absence of absolute majority by any party. 

The betting is on Chief Minister of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee, Jayalalitha of Tamil Nadu or former CM Mayawati of Uttar Pradesh even though all three of them like their counterparts carry excess political baggage pertaining to administrative negligence, corruption charges and misuse of power.

Indian political class with the rich, famous, royalty  and dynasty safeguard own ambitions for wealth, power and prestige. 

As a result the remaining 99% population deprived of fair political and economic opportunity reflective in the staggering number forced into abject poverty, hunger and disease.

Additionally the lower and middle-income categories are faced with economic struggles along side nepotism in both politics and work force. 

The economically affluent could always serve the nation without being on taxpayer funded position, perks and privileges for that would determine individual integrity and selfless commitment to worthy cause.

Then there is hierarchy in caste, creed and diverse segregation with assertion from the self-proclaimed highest caste to appoint a member amongst untouchables for the key post in politics as a token of their magnanimity – a trait emulating colonial era.

Ironically such condescendence only highlights inherent flaws in human nature and the source indulgence in self-degradation.

The former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telegu Desam Party (TDP) leader Chandra Babu Naidu declared that the backward class member Krishnaiah would be the Chief Minister of the newly created Telangana state upon TDP emergence to power.

The ex-chief minister of Andhra Pradesh Chandra Babu Naidu overture perhaps emanates from massive suicides of farmers in the southern state during the term in office with the leadership prioritizing foreign ventures like Monsanto entry in agriculture business that led to tragic ending in the farming community unable to afford losses in the systemic misrepresentation by multinational corporation.

Relevantly, Congress unsuccessful attempts to implement the foreign direct investment (FDI) inviting the biggest retailer Wal-Mart and alike now pursued by BJP with the prime ministerial candidate Narender Modi touting support for the policy claiming to boost employment and economic growth.

Instead the political party intensive program to recover black money and offshore bank account holdings would exceed any foreign investment thereby protecting domestic retail industry and facilitating economic achievements in the immediate future. 

On the nuclear power plant project in Koodankulam, Tamil Nadu – the central and state authorities  typical reaction towards citizens on hunger strike is yet another example of politics loyalty to hegemony.

In foreign policy – Pakistan and China are regarded the problems based on territorial disputes, incursions and cross border tensions not barring militancy, Maoism and terror infiltration engaged in killing of Indian soldier such as decapitation in disguise – wearing Pakistani army uniform across the line of control (LOC) in Kashmir.

The events related to China are no different from skirmishes in the South and East China Sea together with United States pivot Asia stratagem and Korean peninsula heightened threats exacerbating regional security.

China economic status unfortunately is exalted in territorial annexation and arguably counterproductive for the nation dependent on neighbor and overseas market to maintain the manufacturing stronghold and productivity.

Hence, China’s recognition for India and other nations’ territorial integrity is critical for mutually beneficial economic trade and multifaceted dealings in the largest continent – Asia.

Whereas Pakistan is confronted with terror within the country and along borders adjoining Afghanistan, Iran, Bangladesh and India. 

The reason behind Pakistan inability to contain terrorism is Saudi Arabia financing different terror networks and billion dollar monetary aid to Pakistan government, military as well as ISI personnel.

Moreover, decapitation is Saudi dynasty signature terror act witnessed in the kingdom and Saudi government recruited mercenaries in Syria.

The political, defense and intelligence apparatus bear collective responsibility to address burgeoning security crisis in Pakistan and adjacent areas in the Indian sub continent.

Pakistan perseverance to eliminate terror could eventually guarantee citizens safety inside and outside the country.  The accomplishment would enable Pakistan to forge better relations with all  shedding the reputation as failed state or terror refuge.

Simultaneously cash flow from Saudi Arabia and Ford foundation in the ongoing Indian election to the common man party (AAP), Congress, BJP and other political contenders appears to be open secret to preserve corruption culture in the convoluted version of free and fair election.

In conclusion India’s largest electorate an estimated 815 million casting ballots to elect political parties pledged allegiance to foreign conglomerate favoring power inheritance as entitlement and ideology in concurrence with polarization concept epitomize subjugation reviving the need for real independence and inclusive democratic rule.

Best Wishes to India for transformational progress touching the lives of the forgotten, forbidden and forlorn in the society.

Jai Bharat!

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

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Cambodia – Garment Workers Strike Receives Government Violent Response

By Padmini Arhant 

The Cambodian garment and shoe factory workers strike for minimum wage increase met with government violent crackdown resulting in peaceful protesters deaths and charges against political opposition in the country. 

The Cambodian Labor Ministry offer to raise minimum wage from $80 to $100 per month while the labor force seeking $160 monthly payment in the $5 billion industry confirms exploitation – the common practice worldwide.

Corporations and government obviously do not share profits among employees especially those at the bottom of income hierarchy.  The global poverty and economic inequality largely attributed to poor employment conditions and below normal earnings with disproportionate allocation to powerful entities in political and business enterprise.

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen led government hardline approach against national work force demonstrators on this issue is counterproductive. 

The authorities could instead address high inflation along side improving job situation with fair and reasonable remuneration, health care provisions and other benefits for workers behind profitable trade boosting national revenue.

Major multinational companies and designer outlets using Cambodia and many developing nations as manufacturing base also bear responsibility in adopting policies with decent wages for factory workers and members in the service sector.

The government response to curb public rally in addition to political indictment of leaders in National Rescue Party contributes to unrest flaring instability. 

Moreover such disposition reveals government lack of commitment to economic growth evident in denying citizens request for affordable living despite enormous returns from apparel and accessories exports abroad.

International consumers effort and direct support to workers in Cambodia and elsewhere with similar experience could deliver positive outcome. 

In globalized economy, collective action urging private and public sector to comply with labor and environment laws critical to change status quo alleviating ordinary citizens plight.

Cambodian leaderships peaceful negotiations with protesters, unions and activists including political rivals could perhaps lead to resolutions conforming to better salary and income disbursements essential to narrow the gap between haves and have-nots in society. 

Wishing Cambodian citizens success in equitable system establishment facilitating mainstream access to prosperity.

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

Bangladesh – Political Crises Resolution

By Padmini Arhant

The political unrest in the South Asian country, Bangladesh amid controversial Parliamentary election having claimed at least 160 lives and many injured is reflective of incumbent and opposition leaderships personal ambitions prioritized over national interest.

Bangladesh post independence in 1971 is yet to experience political stability along with economic and social developments especially among vast majority of struggling population. 

Political systems premised on dynasty or hereditary accessions with other choice being candidacy exploiting relevant situation considering neither have addressed serious challenges confronting the nation during respective terms in office proves election a mere formality to legitimize authority.

Bangladesh ongoing turmoil emanating from the standoff between ruling government Awami League Party led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) under opposition leader Khaleda Zia evidently counterproductive.

Premier Sheikh Hasina administration authorized violent crackdown banning peaceful assembly and detention of political opponents in house arrest restricting movement conforms to appeasement of external sources using different nations as pawn to stir events in an attempt to create analogy for intended target viz. Thailand in the region despite the contrast in governance delineating latter from Bangladesh ruling authority.

However, the similarity between Thailand and Bangladesh opposition having served consecutively and failed to deliver on national issues except remaining focused in reclaiming power through party support instigating protests and general strike is also in adherence to foreign agenda causing political disturbance. 

Unfortunately as a result of the current government and vying contenders self-centered aspirations in Bangladesh, the people are forced to bear economic losses and human toll increasing with government use of excess force and opposition determination to prolong turmoil in the state.

Instead the leaderships on both sides including other political factions outreach upholding constitution and democratic principles for national reconciliation setting aside differences would ease tensions and save lives from further confrontation.

The political consensus on common goals to revive republic rule with departure from power inheritance claiming entitlement and likewise plutocracy denying rest of the nation fair political representation is the viable option to end stalemate. 

Bangladesh electorate predicament on two or multi party disposition to seize power and subsequent misuse of political mandate is an experience shared worldwide.

The breakthrough from such impasse perhaps possible with grassroots coalition forming political party with youth power emerging from disenfranchised and marginalized demography.

Since outside infiltration and their proxy rulers in the country stifle genuine popular front pledged to instrumental transformation in uplifting socio economic conditions and substitute with pseudo emulation to maintain status quo,

The requirement for new political groups beginning at local and national level is to disavow ties or affiliation with ruling class and political establishment to qualify as independent formidable force representing ordinary citizens across the spectrum in society.

National awakening rejecting politics espousing deception and betrayal of public trust due to foreign influence and domestic conventions could produce desirable outcome for the otherwise frustrated and disenchanted voters held hostage in the so-called democratic process.

Bangladesh could once again gain freedom from systemic abuse of power politics relieving nearly 100 million from generational subjugation and indebtedness towards meaningful existence with respect, dignity and prosperity for all. 

Wishing striving Bangladesh citizens triumph in political, economic and social tribulation leaving behind traditional suppression of people power.

Peace to all!

Thank you. 

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

India – Political Circus Beckon Electorate Disillusionment

By Padmini Arhant 

Indian politics – the embodiment of corruption spare no opportunity in the art of deception.

Since anti-corruption fervor in the country in 2011 leading up until now, the political establishments under foreign entities control have denied the vast majority life with dignity. 

The nation with overwhelming population forced into abject poverty, hunger, disease and social inequality is suffocated with partisanship, false pride and traditional prejudice.

Human suffering exploited making mockery of victims in the so-called world’s largest democracy serving as the biggest hypocrisy in contemporary system.

India’s political class hypersensitivity to truth exposure surface upon inability to defend indefensible position deflecting public attention from real issues confronting the nation at large such as rampant corruption, high inflation, violence against women and inherent discriminatory practice creating hierarchical and parochial society.

The dynastic predisposition survives on cronyism with nepotism overriding meritocracy as the salient feature in the decadence culture.

Human lives and values regarded insignificant in the quest for power and affluence adopting any means to maintain status quo. 

The political circus involving various performers at stakeholders behest defies intellect and integrity in mass betrayal.

Unfortunately for the participants sharing negative Karma as facilitators, the guilt burden on the soul and ill consequences would be proportional with sources behind myth to alleviate humanitarian plight in the country. 

In the Who is Who Contest, recognition in this context is imperative to avert undesirable and disastrous outcome. 

The latest developments in New Delhi, India on the anti-graft legislation and state assembly rule arguably reveal two sides of the coin are not necessarily different and designed to favor the declining empire.

Indian electorate especially the demography in the lower economic strata and middle income groups imposed with generational marginalization rising to the occasion and forming genuine political party viz. Jan Kalyan Party, Lok Kalyan Party, and Desh Pragati Party transcending gender and social bias in the title as well as mascot could initiate paradigm shift in political consciousness. 

The abovementioned authentic mainstream party upon formation with selfless unsung contributors pledged to eliminate corruption and disparity for fair representation in every sector is the only alternative to prevalent despair and disenfranchisement nationwide.

Notwithstanding transparency and accountability from inception and beyond. 

May the wheels of Karma and Dharma lead Bharat towards disillusionment for Mukti i.e. liberation.

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

India – New Delhi State Assembly Polls And Political Establishments Opportunism

By Padmini Arhant

The recent state assembly elections in New Delhi, India produced unprecedented outcome for ordinary citizens in political history. 

Indian political system not without foreign control is stagnant with duopoly – the two major political parties viz. Congress from British India led UPA and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) along with various coalitions thus far failed to win absolute majority to govern most states and the nation at large.

Both parties and their alliances attracting rich celebrities from the entertainment and economic sector to represent a nation with significant population in abject poverty enduring social inequality yet to demonstrate capability and integrity considering plethora of scandals costing taxpayers horrendously due to massive corruption and dysfunctionality. 

Congress Party headed by Mrs. Sonia Gandhi and son Rahul Gandhi with Ministers P. Chidambaram and counterparts evading accountability on numerous corruption charges suffered severe setbacks in the latest provincial elections across the country.

Similarly BJP identified as fundamentalists behind communal riots proportionately share corruption related political losses predominantly in the southern region.

In Delhi polls, the emergence of common man party known as Aam Admi Party (AAP) – the offshoot from anti-graft movement launched in 2011 under activist leader Anna Hazare defeated the ruling congress party ousting the Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit criticized for 2010 New Delhi Common Wealth Games corruption and funds mismanagement. 

The AAP founder Arvind Kejriwal and associates performance bewildered BJP and Congress party sowing the seeds for possible political transformation at the local and national level.

Delhi State Assembly with 70 seats currently split among BJP 32, AAP 28, Congress 8 and 2 Independent likely to join BJP in the post election. 

In the absence of clear winner to govern the state, New Delhi is faced with possibility of President rule or undesirable partnerships between the leading parties and runner up Congress and alternatively holding re-election for decisive victory.

Although BJP maintains marginal lead over newcomer AAP, the former resigning to opposition position is a political maneuver and AAP teaming up with Congress would be reversal of hard earned achievement for the common man party. 

Congress and BJP as the political establishments essentially favor one another and poised to maintain status quo.

BJP political posturing to address corruption and failure to deliver in action while leaving the matter to ruling Congress confronted with public anger and frustration over various issues primarily anti-corruption law i.e. Jan Lokpal bill, inflation and rising violence against women confirm the lack of commitment to national interest.

Besides, BJP refusal to participate in no confidence vote against UPA Congress further proves the dual party agreement to defend each other during crises at national expense denying electorate fair political representation.

BJP success largely attributed to Congress dismal trajectory and hence remains the default option.

The dilemma for Indian voters to choose between the two unpopular parties tainted with evidence based allegations could be overcome in forming and promoting mainstream political party – Jan Kalyan Party (JKP)/ Lok Kalyan Party (LKP), Desh Pragati Party (DPP)  or National Progress Party (NPP) nationwide through citizens financing candidacies possessing verifiable record dedicated to national and humanitarian service.

Among them, unlike conventional practice seeking fame and fortune and subsequently entering politics for power and prestige, the people party representation with selfless unsung heroes and geniuses would delineate them from political class in modern age.

Social activism alone might be effective when elected representatives abide by constitutional oath to serve constituents and nation resisting domestic and foreign incentives and pressure to commit treason and betray citizens’ trust.

Since traditional politics prioritize personal benefits over national future, the youth drive energizing the rest of the nation via Jan Kalyan Party / Lok Kalyan Party, Desh Pragati Party (DPP) or National Progress Party could be the beacon of hope to dispel the myth on contemporary choices showcased with fancy packaging containing obsolete product.

Mahatma Gandhi’s Satyagraha and followers political involvement together enabled India’s independence from foreign rule.

The rift in national group i.e. Shri Anna Hazare loyalists and AAP members pledged to contain corruption and other problems serve none except facilitate exploitation for declining powers seeking opportunity.

Indian mass preparedness and engagement  for revolutionary change in politics transcending dynasty, nepotism and affluence dominance is the preliminary step towards egalitarianism with political and economic freedom.

Wishing people power in India vigor and vitality for republic governance upholding democratic values and righteousness as the foundation in nation building illumining lives with knowledge and exemplary talent.

Jai Bharat!

Peace to India!

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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