Rang de basanti ... continued ...

I mentioned in the earlier post that it is quite obvious the initiative has to be taken by the youth of this country. Agreed, each one of us, young or old can contribute to making this country a better place ... but its the youth who needs to start, who needs to take the first step. I hope there is no argument on that. We have long been at the mercy of old and rotten ministers, who can't even take care of themselves, what will they take care of the country?? Its time for the young, vibrant and energetic people to lead this challenge. The youth of today in India are at a huge advantage. We are educated, we understand our country's problems, we have knowledge of whats happening in the world and what needs to be done in India. The knowledge of India's problems and global education and perspective can do wonders to this country. We can the apply the principles applied to successful countries like Japan or even Israel, in India and push this country to where we want it to be.

Given that the youth needs to take matters into its own hands, the basic question that needs to answered - How and what can the youth of today really do ? This is important since lots of people probably feel there is very little we can do, but that is surely not the case. If we cannot do anything, no one can (atleast not the politicians for sure). Agreed, we might not turn into overnight heroes, or bring about a revolution in a day (as portrayed in RDB), but if even a few of us dare to take the first few steps, i am sure we can make a huge difference. The first step could be as small as going to an NGO and meeting the young kids out there. And i am sure once we start giving even a couple of hours a week to a cause, it will become a habit and we would love to do it more often. Mind you, i am not an advocating donation, or financial contribution in any way. I have done a few donations, and felt good about it. Its not that its a bad thing, but i feel to bring about any real change, we need to be actively involved in the process. Being actively involved in the cause is doubly benefitial because it also brings an immense sense of satisfaction to the person concerned. Participating in good causes can bring about a profound satisfaction and peace of mind, which we desperately seek for in our daily lives. Lets not digress into mental peace issues now, we could write an encyclopedia on that.

All i am trying to convince anyone who is reading this is to take the first small step. I know the situation may look hopeless, i know its a long way ahead. But one you take the first step, i am sure the other steps will follow. Don't worry how trivial or unimportant your step might seem. But go ahead, and do that little thing you have always wanted to do. If the youth of today, each one of us, take that elusive small first step, i am sure eventually some of us will discover hitherto unknown powers or potential within. And i am positive that will make a difference. A simple question to end this post - What do you feel is more worthy ? A simple action or deed towards a goal, or having huge goals, thinking big, but never translating it into action ....