"इतना आसान नहीं है जनाब "

"इतना आसान नहीं है जनाब "

आज सुना तुम लोक सभा आये थे फिर सोचा भारत वापस कब आये थे?

खैर ..कुछ प्रश्न बाण  तुमने भारत पर चलाये है , एक कर्म के धनी और अंत्योदय के प्रनि को तुमने फिर से घेरा है| 

अपने झूठ और घमंड का परिचय तुमने जो आज दिया 

मूर्खनंद ! भरी लोकसभा में शर्म सार केवल खुद को ही किया  है ।

आज तुम फिर से कुछ भूले बिसरे रटे रटाये शब्द लिखवा कर ल|ये थे 

कुछ अनगिनत बार दोहराये प्रश् सभा पटल पर फिर से रखे थे 

 

ये क्या ? तुमने संसद में भारत के वीर सपूतों को घेर लिया---- 

सब पता है ,की बस वोट की लालसा में सेना के पराक्रम को ही प्रश्नित कर दिया 

बस ये इधर - उधर की बातें करना , कभी जम कर शोर मचा देना , या फिर कभी लक्ज़री क़े खातिर विदेश निकल जाना। 

जनाब बस, यही तो पहचान भर रह गयी है तुम्हारी  

देश क दुस्मनों क साथ खड़े रहना , और संवैधानिक मूल्यों को तार तार कर देना। 

इतनी भर तो राजनीती है तुम्हारी।  

गाँधी उपनाम भले हो लेकिन देश विरोधी सोच--- कोई नहीं स्वीकारेगा। 

ये राजनीती है मिस्टर , पार्ट टाइम जॉब नहीं है। 

देश क़े वीरो और महापुरुषों क़े द्वारा सींचा हुआ गुलिस्तां है , तुम्हारे बाप की जागीर नहीं है। 

देश का सम्मान और बढ़ते इंडिया की सोच तुमको सूट नहीं करती है 

सरकर  विरोध में झूठ की घूटी जो तुमने किसानों को पिलाई है बस यही स्वार्थी सोच इस देश को अंधकार में में लायी थी।  

बस फिक्र थी तो सोचा कह दू

कम से कम  कोंग्रेसी चमचों की तो सुन लो युवराज जी , जो कह रहे है फिक्र से |

 हमारा युवराज  ही रचेगा इस देश का नया इतिहास 

A tale of “Kataar”

“Hey don’t cross the line stand behind me everyone standing here patiently why are you being impatient?” Stalin said

Ritesh turned back and looked behind everyone was staring at him as if he utters a single word people will not only throw him out of this line but out of this city. He silently came back and adjusted himself behind Stalin. Ritesh was cursing the guy who has stopped him and raised the issue in front of every one. He was depressed, disappointed and feeling embarrassed. He looked around everything looks perfect people were standing patiently, waiting for their turn…he thought to argue with the guy who has stopped him but certainly he resisted himself. “no not him doesn’t look like an Indian he may resist and there could be legal action against him.”

Stalin turned back “Sorry I have shouted at you. Dear! Imagine the scene if everyone does the same. you and I won’t be able to get in the ATM zone. Don’t worry it won’t take much time we will be in the E-Zone within one and half hour.

Ritesh: No problem thanks

Ritesh in frustration muttered “What was the need to experiment with the economy and the life of common man? There was no planning before this demonetization drive. Everyone is suffering. There is chaos among people. who are standing in queues? Only common man is suffering.

It’s my money, my hard-earned money Government has no right to stop me from enjoying my money in any form. He felt relaxed now.

Stalin turned back and smiled” how many people are you seeing, crying here and where is chaos it’s in our mind Brother.

Stalin” Hi this is Stalin I am working for National Geographic in London this is my third time in India.

Ritesh “Oh! Great my self Ritesh I am working for an Infrastructure sector firm as a Sr. Manager. My office is nearby in Connaught Place, New Delhi.  

Stalin: My visits to India have always been challenging last time I came here when people were on the streets and protesting against government’s ignorance on women safety. There was a rape case registered in New Delhi.

Ritesh: yes, it was Nirbhaya rape case.

Stalin: yeah! Next time there was the protest related to some corruption issue. But you know, important is people like to express their self and most important is even if it is against the government they have provided with adequate security to protest. You know that is beauty of democracy, you guys enjoy. You know I have visited twelve odd countries and most of my trips were related to work. But really, I didn’t find a single country where people enjoy such a beautiful form of freedom not even those countries who claim to be paradise of Earth.  

Ritesh: Yeah! Democracy is fine but you see there are lot of poor people. A big section is still marginalized. And over and above these nonsense decisions are making their life miserable.

Stalin: There are only fifty odd people before us, Cheers! You know, before coming to India I was in Japan. I’s very beautiful place and so are Japanese. I was seeking permission to shoot a short documentary on waste management for that, I happened to meet a government officer. We had lunch together and during after lunch walk we were passing through a garbage bin near to office road. I had noticed it was overflow and some of it scattered around it. I thought to take a pic of that bin but officer urged me to wait and he picked up a poly bag and wrapped it on his hand and I was astonished to see he himself collected all waste and dumped into that bin. Meanwhile I took a pic when he was arranging the garbage bin. You know that single 3 MB pic better explains whole waste management film. I have included that as a part of my presentation. 

   

You know a country becomes what the countrymen really want it to be. No government can function and even implement a single decision without full support of people. After cleaning that garbage bin the officer came back to me with a smile and asked me to take pic now. I have noticed an emotion of satisfaction and sense of relief on his face. It seems as if he was responsible for cleaning of that garbage bin.

Ritesh was quiet and getting the point staling tried to put in front of him.

Stalin: Last time I visited India people were fighting against corruption they were led by an old man who was on hunger strike for a law against corruption.

Ritesh: Yes, he is Annna Hazare a socialist.

Stalin: how can I forget him? I had shoot some videos of that protest for National Geographic. That was the time when people were against corruption and now most of the opposition parties openly supporting corruption by speaking against demonetization. It’s indirect support.

Ritesh: No! they are raising common man’s concern and problems.

Stalin: As you were some time back. When you chose to stand in front, without giving a single thought of the people standing in line.

Stalin: See I don’t want make you feel bad but that’s the truth. Most of the parties who are raising the so called common man concern are they not running their states. Why don’t they go back and correct the situation rather than protesting in Delhi. Which is not even in their jurisdiction. See I know and can see all this politics but you can’t. we are bound of our stereotypes we need t cme out of it to recognize the reality.

Stalin: you know Ritesh, most of these big decisions bring lot of change in present system. Sometimes we don’t see all of them or might not able to recognize the hidden value in them. I f you go through history you would find many countries have fought against corruption not only monetary but also systemic. People of those countries have found their political leaders were indulged into corruption they have fought but they could not remove them and lots of them have sacrificed their life. You guys are lucky your leadership is strong and transparent you no need to fight against corruption they are fighting on behalf of you. In return they need you just to stand in queue for 1-2 hour a week or so.

Ritesh: smiled softly

Stalin: You see Brazilians were on streets against Dilma Rousseff. I have been to Brazil it’s nice place to visit.  I t has lot of potential to grow and have good amount of natural resources but their political leadership is corrupt and people are paying for it.

Your dear neighbor Pakistan “with a smile ‘’ has same problem of corrupt and weak leadership and people are suffering. Don’t you know Mahatma Gandhi fought for non-payment of tax on Salt in a way it was small decision, not to pay tax on salt. But later it became Dandi March only after whole India whole hearty supported it. ‘’I am a big fan of Gandhi’’ Stalin Said.

Stalin: Hey man look at line we are next getting into SBI E- Zone. I have almost helped you to pass your time in this what you say “Kataar’’. Stalin Smiled….

Both entered together in SBI E- Zone. And came out with fresh pink notes in hand.

Stalin: By the way Ritesh, “Pink colour represents universal love of oneself and of others “Good Bye

Ritesh: reciprocated with a smile.

Written By:  Ankit Dwivedi

A day without “CASH”

Everyone discussing demonetization of 1000 and 500 rupee notes. Media as usual got its bread and butter as 60 -70% of their time space is captured by easy news content on demonetization. I am not surprised to see the people’s reaction given the idea is celebrated by each media house and all parties. The opposition had definitely tried their best to oppose the demonetization by raising the people’s concern in and out of parliament and politicize the issue, but they couldn’t dare to openly oppose the bold step taken by the Modi government. Given that the 86% of currency notes have immediately been flushed out of the cash based economy after 1000 and 500 notes have been declared illegal tender on 8^th Nov’16, which made significant impact on Indian economy. It would be impartial to say that demonetization would only bring positive results.

We must understand that the roots of this problem mostly persist in unorganized sectors of economy which are driven by cash. I won’t say all business in unorganized sector possess unaccounted money but mostly do have lot of it and that’s the reason they are not willingly shifting towards transparent accounting of day to day cash in and out. Their stringent behavior and habit of earning thick profits are dragging down our tax collections and indirectly per ca pita income. It would not be justified to judge recent announcements from RBI and policy changes done by Government of India and certainly incorrect to say it is inhuman or not populist. If cautiously examine recent incidents we can understand the intentions and long term impact of demonetization. I am seeing this is a baby step towards cash less transaction and shifting our unorganized sector towards organised and promoting cash less business. This movement towards cash less economy will only be successful when all parties speak in a single voice. GOI took good decision when they decided to approve a committee of chief ministers, who will analyse the current scenario and would assist GOI on implementation of further steps to eradicate the cash based system and unaccounted money. Previous governments have narrowed our views and understanding of populist decision. Main opposition Congress believes only on pampering and distributing of money to the poor class which has adversely impacted our economy and pushed inflation into the system.

The success of this decision will not only have financial benefits but also widen our thinking and change the view of political parties towards idea of populist decisions. I am seeing that India is ready to accept any change which brings transparency into the system and irradiate poverty.

           

                                         राष्ट्र भक्ति 

है जश्न- ऐ -आजादी छाई हर ओर , इस राष्ट्र भक्ति मे ओत प्रोत हर रोम रोम ।
जय हिन्द की सरगम कर रही धूम,   झूमती  ये धरा नाचता ये व्योम ॥

हर्ष है   उल्लास है    पर देश भक्त क्यों उदास है।
वो सोचता है, ढूढ़ता है, और फिर निरुत्तर प्रश्नों को  पूछता है

हर गली  हर सड़क आज तिरंगे से सजते है पर क्यों नहीं लाल चौक पर जय हिन्द के नारे लगते  है ?

है गरीबी भुखमरी भी बढ़ी  है , पर क्यू एम्फेसिस ग्रोथ रेट पर ही है?

है कॉर्पोरेट कल्चर कही,... पर पानी नहीं करने को एग्रीकल्चर कही?

कभी सोचता हू...
रह न जाये ये  दिवस मात्र राष्ट्र की स्वतंत्रता का,
चलो मिलकर मिटाये अँधियारा  एक राष्ट्र भक्त के प्रगति मार्ग का।।

~~ अंकित द्विवेदी 

Dilemma of Dharm 

Dharma is a word which is most discussed by the people who doesn’t even understand and may not be able to codify it for the well being of common people. The reason is quite simple and clear, their bread and butter are dependent on our ignorance.  Various definitions of Dharma mentioned in Vedas and other Upanishads all leads to one “Dharma is which is indicated by Vedas as conducive to the highest good”. Therefore, Dharma embraces every type of righteous conduct covering every aspect of life essential for the sustenance and welfare of the individual and society. It also includes those rules which guide and enable those who believe in God and heaven to attain Moksha.

Dharma has wider definition and covers all righteous actions that should be conducted by a human being.  Reality of dharma is far away from our imagination it also has hidden relation with karma (deeds). In Mahabharata while being asked about Dharma, Dharmaraj Yudhisthir explained...

“It is most difficult to define Dharma.

Dharma has been explained to be that which helps the upliftment of living beings. Therefore, that which ensures the welfare of living beings is surely Dharma. The learned Rishis have declared that which sustains is Dharma. “ (Santhi Parva 109-9-11)

We have always been confused Dharma with Religion. Religion word does not even exist in any holy scripture. Religion is derived from Latin word “religo” which means good faith...that’s it. This word is misunderstood by many any... misused by many, when a good faith corrupted an ancient and oldest believe no one knows. If I talk about Hinduism, you believe me it would be impossible to find this word in any holy book.  Religion is western concept and Indian concept doesn’t support the theory of “ism” since long back Indians are practicing Sanatan Dharm.

“Religion is a Western concept; the Indian concept is neither religion nor even Hinduism nor any ‘ism’ — it is Sanatana Dharma, the eternal law of the universe, which cannot be formulated in any rigid and final set of tenets.”— _{Michel Danino}

I see a Hindus are the victim of a bigger conspiracy which took them far away from Sanatan Dharma and they found themselves trapped in the Hinduism which is not fully belongs to them, which is not related to Dharma (A righteous deed). We are confused between Dharma and rituals, we must understand that Dharm is Sanatan but on the other hand rituals can be modified with time. The dilemma is once you misunderstood Dharma and compares it with Religion, it results into garbage how could a constant equate with the variable?

The concept of infinity and multiple ways to reach towards Truth is Sanatan Dharm Hindus have always enjoyed this freedom. Where many other religion talks about monotheistic nature of religion, Hinduism does not fit in neatly into the monotheistic model of religion. The so-called religions of India are not religions but ways of cultivating Dharma They are to recognize Dharma, the underlying Universal Truths, and to build our life and culture around them. Jain, Buddha, Sikh etc. are spiritual lineages, based on the teachings of one or a several enlightened people.

There are many rituals, customs and practices in each Parampara. Some are purely cosmic some are easy, some tougher than other but the path of genuine seeker is toughest and not everyone has courage to walk on that and find truth, most of us are silent followers. Our ancestors (Rishis and Tapasvees) were the seeker and they compiled all their findings in Vedas and other religious holy books. A teacher can share his or her understanding of the truth; and means and ways for others to access this; but there is no underlying belief that only one such way exists. These ideas find clear expression as far back as the Rig Veda, with its famous quotation:

Rig Veda explains “While the truth is one, wise describes it in different ways”

~~~Ankit Dwivedi

Will it Brexit or Bremain?

The economy of European Union generates a GDP of euro 14 tn which makes it second or the largest economy of the world. Source IMF. With Euro 2.5tn United Kingdom is the second largest economy of EU after Germany and fifth largest economy in the world. Sterling is the 3^rd largest reserve currency in the world after USD and EURO.

As a member of the EU, the UK is bound to numerous EU-wide trade and market policies. The majority of the EU trade policies have been beneficial for UK, despite the proportion of the country's exports going to the EU falling from 54 % to 47 % over the past decade. The total value of exports however has increased in the same period from £130 billion (€160 billion) to £240 billion.

After 2016 first quarter result of UK’s economy left analyst and people in topsy-turvy situation. U.K. industrial growth is slowed down and GDP growth boiled down to 0.4% in first quarter which is 0.6% lower than fourth quarter. This down fall is facilitated by 0.9% and 0.4% fall in construction and industrial output respectively. The ray of hope is UK’s service sector which grew by 0.6% and contributes more than 78% in GDP nos. Brexit may not have long term impact on service sector majorly on financial services but would definitely have short term impact, as most of the firms could delay their investment.

No one is sure what would be the final call but if we analyze some of the reports and surveys conducted by prestigious media houses or consulting firms we could get some glimpse about the future of UK’s financial service sector. According to The city UK and PwC survey report if Brexit happens, Britain could lose up to 100,000 jobs in financial space by 2020. It would lead to loss of Euro 12bn sector’s contribution towards UK’s GDP. In present scenario most of the firms enjoy cross border passport service to serve their client which will not happen after Brexit and could increase the cost of service.

I see most of British were always in favor of Brexit. In 2005, more than half (55%) of the UK were against adopting the single currency (EURO), while 30% were in favor.  “In 2007 when the British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, pledged at the time to hold a public referendum based on certain tests he set as Chancellor of the Exchequer. When assessing the tests, He ruled out membership for the foreseeable future, saying that the decision not to join had been right for the UK and for Europe. Public opinion polls have shown that a majority of Britons have been opposed to joining the single currency for some considerable time and this position has now hardened further”. Source: the balance of EU competency review

Last but not least “there are informed guessing based on past and present voting knowledge Leave voters comprise older Britons who are more likely to vote than young voters who are pro remain. A low turnout will favor leave and a high turnout Remain. Scotland and Northern Ireland will vote for remain and middle England will vote for leave. London will definitely vote for Remain because of its cosmopolitan nature. “Source: The Hindu

What your guess? J

~~~~Ankit Dwivedi

                     प्रेरणा                                

जब    गिरा   है  उठा है,      बढ़ा    है   तू 

हर  ठोकर  पर न  हार  कर थका  है तू । 

जिस डगर जिस गली जिस मोड़ पर बड़ा है तू 

हर दम ऐ साहसी, कुछ तो बदला  है तू ।।  

कभी  थी चुनौती  बड़ी कभी  थी राह भी नहीं 

थी  आँधियाँ थी कभी, गम के पहाड़ भी कई ।  

खोया  बहुत  छोड़ा  बहुत पर  न रोया  है तू 

ना  डर, ना  हार, ना मन मारकर बैठा है तू । । 

फिर सोचता हु, कि थी अद्रयश्य शक्ति, कुछ तेरी भक्ति 

जिस  पर  सवार,  बढ़ता  चला  है  तू । 

पर आज क्यू मन कुछ उदास कुछ परेशान  है 

ढूढ़ता क्यों उसे जो दूर बहुत दूर कही विराजमान है।।

लिखित ::अंकित द्विवेदी