For the first time, I missed a National Day flag-hoisting ceremony and tribute. Even though my location has changed, I still carry an unwavering pride in being Indian. Yet certain realities continue to disturb me: the Jallikattu protests in Tamil Nadu and their global supporters, the malicious agendas of a few anti-national groups, the tragic suicides of farmers, dwindling water resources, economic downturns, and endless scandals.
Spending a few months abroad has shown me where we might be lagging. As a science graduate, I recognize that agriculture and the preservation of our natural flora and fauna are crucial to our collective wellbeing. I don’t oppose industrialization—everything has its rightful place—but we must keep our priorities balanced. Many Indian customs and traditions have been scientifically validated for a healthier and more peaceful life, yet we often dismiss them unless some foreign entity validates their worth.
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It’s alarming to see the erosion of Indian Traditional Knowledge (ITK) and the vanishing of indigenous plant and animal species, especially when these resources are being patented elsewhere for huge profits. Who, then, are our protests really against, and for what are we proud? How can India hope to become a superpower if we abandon our ITK and rich biodiversity?
This is the time to confront the truth and rise to the occasion, or else we belittle the supreme sacrifices made by our men in uniform, fighting for the nation’s future.
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