It's time to be the leader.

In my earlier post, I have blamed the politicians, or better say the "system" for all the mis-happenings. But look at the bigger picture and I realize that we have also contributed to this. Aren't we part of this system? Aren't we responsible for making the state of the system, it is in today.

Are we truly citizens of India and believe in its well-being. I think, we need to give it a thought. Can we call ourselves the residents of a secular nation, when we make demand for a separate nation, or for that matter speak in regional language. Are we still honest, even when we are not paying our taxes. After every blasts or attacks, we pay homage to those who lost their lives. We participate in big rallies. But after a while, we forget everything.

Here's my take on the situation -

Other blasts, other attacks,
we Indians are quick to act,
we make such a hue and cry,
and make allegations that are not right.

Other blasts, other attacks,
we Indians blame the bureaucrats,
and we make big protests,
that fail to make ever-lasting impact.

Other blasts, other attacks,
we Indians don't realize our mistakes,
aren't we corrupt and dishonest,
so why blame others for attacks.

What I would say is that we have shirked our responsibilities in a big way. So, its a humble request to all my fellow citizens to come forward and make some genuine contribution for the peace process. I think we can make a difference. As someone has rightly put it : "It's not the time to look up to the leaders, it's time to be a leader".