Hindu Spirituality & Sex

 Appreciate ToI carrying a contrarian view on a very sensitive subject like this. The land of Kamasutra could not have compartmentalized spirituality and sex- which actually stands for love and intimacy between two consenting adults. Indian temple architecture has always depicted love-sex-intimacy between men and women of those times as seen in Khajuraho and Konark temple; however, there was one marked difference in those pictures that of happiness emanating from an act of free consent; while, the omissions and commissions of “Asharam Bapu” was not with consent and against the law of the land as the girl in the case was minor and therefore by no stretch of imagination “Hindu Spirituality” can be invoked in the case. Rather, breach of trust involved in the case makes the crime of a saint like “Asharam Bapu” much more heinous that asks for deterrent and punititive punishment.

Bikash Choudhury, Bhubaneswar        

HOW TO REVIVE INDIAN ECONOMY?

Bikash Choudhury

Prime Minister Man Mohan Singh is blatantly misleading the Nation on Economy; as an ace economist himself must know that at this stage Indian economy could get much worse, before it could get better as all the vital parameters of the patient in the ICU points towards looming disaster. But, the Prime Minister is constrained to hide facts about his own gross incompetence in managing the Governance of the Country which is one of the principal reasons for disastrous economic performance of the Nation. First of all, he was chosen for the position as he was the politically light weight and even failed to secure his own parliamentary election from Delhi; which suits the political leadership of the Congress Party. However, of late senior leader Digvijaya Singh aired his views in public “the dual centre of power is not working”; wily politician that he is can’t be more right. At the moment Cabinet Colleagues and the Council of Ministers have lost complete faith on the Prime Minister and Top Bureaucracy lost confidence on the Govt. therefore the decision making apparatus of union Govt. has gone into limbo which is reflected in sliding investor’s confidence and deepening exchange value of the rupee against US Dollar. The bravado of Prime Minister in Parliament that economy could return to growth in the next quarter is much like astrologer’s prediction and not based on facts. The strength of any economy represents the ‘intensity of human activity’ in the country; when, the Govt. being one of the principal actors of the economy in Limbo with Policy paralysis; where and how the growth momentum would return to the economy in the next quarter? However, intensity of human activity at the present juncture could be restored in large measure by going for snap general election by the end of the year which could save the economy partially. The other important step that our Prime Minister could take is to order all his ministries, more specifically the infrastructure related departments to burn the midnight oil to clear all asset creating projects through a high powered standing committee that sits every day to clear projects and monitor the implementation with existing and unspent budget provisions; subsequently, PM could get the Chief Minister of States to do the same in their domain to revive the growth sentiment; while persuade private sector to earmark 1% of profits in Innovation & Entrepreneurship inside their own organizations to create new value propositions and help create a robust environment for economic growth. Further, Govt. could take up the development of civic amenities in four metros, give emphasis on value added Agriculture through organic farming, converting the organic waste into compost in urban areas with the help of fertilizer companies, give fresh impetus to Ganga Action Plan to make it navigation ready and reviving the In land river highways and coastal navigation to cut logistic cost. If prime minister him self can’t travel and connect with young India in university campuses; at least he could depute young and articulate ministers to galvanize students behind Nation building. PM could even appeal to Non-Resident Indians to organize and contribute resources, technology and management depth for large public projects. Adam Smith in his “Wealth of Nations” emphasized on division of labor and specialization for opulence of Nation States. Therefore, India could rely on its old civilization and rich art, craft, culture, handicraft, literature, traditions, food and textiles to export with American style branding and distribution to generate wealth for the country in the long run.

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How to Kill Rape and Rapist?

Bikash Choudhury

Once again the gang rape of an innocent Photo Journalist in the heart of Mumbai has shocked the Nation. The break down of law and order in the country is complete; as the the country still awaits the conviction of the five accused in case of Delhi incident “Nirvaya”. This amount to complete failure of ‘System’ in our country that simply fails to provide safety and security to the 50 % of our population that is ‘women’. When system completely fails Individuals; then, Revolution truly begins. And therefore if women don’t take this issue on their own hands and to its logical conclusion then every day we find one such incident in our news paper headline and forget about when we close down the news paper and keep it aside without knowing that one such day one of our loved ones could be the targets and we live to regret the loss and shame. Alternatively, women should get organized to give the same treatment to the five accused in Mumbai case on the streets of Mumbai that could shake the mindset and instill fear among culprits and also put the State on Notice against future failure on issues related to women safety and security. Further, women’s group could approach Industry to develop a sleek Tranquilizer Pistol to arm women for their personal safety. If our women do not rise this time then it would be too late on the day as the rapist would rule the roost while our State machinery remain a sad and mute spectator to the suffering women in our country.    

Early General Election Could Save Indian Economy

Bikash Choudhury

Now Indian Economy has truly shifted to the ICU; with falling and failing Indian Rupee in the currency market with growing current account deficit, FII withdrawing investments in the country, FDI Pipe running dry along with plummeting Industrial production and growing food & petroleum prices. The good doctor now questioning him; if, half a century long reading, teaching and practicing Economics were any good? The RBI Governor Designate can offer the Govt. one simple advice to save the economy from further turmoil; and that is announcement of General Election in December 2013. That could work as the life saving drug for Indian Economy. There is a simple analogy for this prescription which good doctor failed to learn. Elections in India are very expensive affair both for the State, for the Political Parties and for the candidates fighting elections for Parliamentary and Legislative Assembly seats. If we assume Rs. 1000 is the cost to reach to an electorate by all Political Parties and respective candidates then the total expenses in the Parliamentary election alone would amount to over Rs. 70,000 Crore. And, this huge amount of money would come to the mainstream economy through the market as the Election machinery of Political parties and candidates would consume Automobiles to Aircraft, Loud Speakers for the rallies to Lanterns for the Village Campaigns, Paid news to TV Commercials and food & wine in very huge quantity to impress upon the voters to cast their votes in their favor. The net result could be the demand for goods and services in all most all sectors of the economy rise in a short period of time which could arrest the downward movement of the economy to an extent. Further, apart from the money part; there would be a passionate fight between two National Parties. One would try to retain power at all cost and other would leave no stone unturned to regain power after 10 yrs in the opposition benches as the “Shining India” campaign bombed on their face in 2004. The Regional parties would also give a tough fight in their respective fiefdoms. There will be heightened Competition among candidates as there would be a lot on stake, emotion would run high and enthusiasm would return in place of monotony. At the end, there would be Hope that the next Govt. would be better than previous one and current level of despair would give rise to creativity. But, how can we convince the good doctor that this may be his last best prescription for the Indian Economy?        

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COMMUNICATION WITH FORMER PAKISTANI DIPLOMAT---- MR. K.K.GHORI

Dear Mr. K.K.Ghori,

I read your article with interest and agree with you; but, tragedy is where does the solution lie?

Pakistan and India struggling Economically, why on earth they should pursue animosity where there is a need for Collaboration for Mutual benefits.

Pakistan is now a dangerous perpetrator of terrorism and also at the same time the Worst sufferer; but, Pak Military , ISI and others pursue vendetta against India which in long run could dismember Pakistan once again.

My thinking is that Popular Opinion in Pakistan must be for Peace and Development which is not being articulated appropriately by Politicians and Military is trying to perpetuate their Leverage to Power much against the National Interest of Pakistan.

When will Pakistani People call off their bluff, remain to be seen?

Kind Regards,

Bikash Choudhury

Activist-India

Bhubaneswar City

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BHUBANESWAR TASK FORCE

Objective: To assist civic authorities to transform Bhubaneswar City into a “World Class City” in 10 yrs.

[Cleanliness & Hygiene, Green Cover and City Infrastructure]

How:

·      Awareness of City Residents

·      Consultation and Engagement with Civic Authorities

·      Organizing and Deploying Multi-Dimensional Talent Pool of the City

·      Organizing Volunteering for the City Welfare

·      Fund Raising for Projects of Bhubaneswar Task Force

Projects:

·      Conversion of Solid Waste of Homes into Compost Manure

·      Deployment of Dry Urinals in the City

A Little Enthusiasm could Turnaround India

Bikash Choudhury

INTRODUCTION:

67^th Independence Day brings its own emotion even to the Politicians on the Television Studio; they helplessly feign why we could not achieve basic facility for our people even after 66 years of self rule. While smaller Asian Countries have made remarkable progress on all fronts in Development and Technology. Recently a few Pakistani Soldiers came inside our territory and mercilessly butchered five of our soldiers; little earlier two of our soldiers have been beheaded still our people do not react now; while, the same people had shown the courage to drive away the British Empire from our soil. What is lacking is “Little Enthusiasm”; that is why our Parliament remain dead lock most of the time and when it does operate, speakers after speaker address to an empty gallery, bureaucracy operates with glum face in spite of being highly paid, Teachers in schools and colleges deliver their lectures mostly looking at their watches and students listen earring for the next bell; there are more examples that can fill this page, but, this author also lack little enthusiasm to complete this page.

AFTER THOUGHT:  

Some how, little enthusiasm has returned and we see parliamentarians passionately discuss and debate on important issues concerning our Nation while witty repartees some times fill the house with vociferous laughter and compliments given and accepted at the end of important interventions. The thought of ‘confederation of anarchist’ has vanished into thin air. In the week ends, bureaucrats congregate to play and watch a game of football with family in tow and return to their desk on Monday with a bright face and full of life to accomplish objectives and work in team spirit. Teachers now teach with passion bring knowledge and perspective to the young minds to create resonance while actively participate in Cultural and Sports on week ends. Workers in the fields whistle away in ecstasy while tending to the crops. That calls for celebration on 67^th Independence Day on 15^th August 2013.