First time we have a president who does not 'belong' to any political party. However he might have his closer relationship with some parties or individuals which do not make him a political person. All the past presidents have had political lineage. This is one very important reason as well as opportunity for him to change the system in the long and sustaining interest of the nation and its citizens. It seems that he is not convinced of certain decisions of the parliament; hence he is returning the bill/s to them for reconsideration and for amendments. But the parliament returns as such to him and constitutionally he has to give his stamp. Let him stand on his own and change this system come what may. If he is convinced, he should resign and join hands for raising the voice of citizens. After all he is the First Citizen of India.
My Manipur Diary
It was a learning experience visiting Manipur during 10-12 May 2010. Thanks to Rajmani who could make my maiden visit possible to Imphal (Manipur). I was skeptical after receiving the invitation whether should I go or leave it as Manipur is one of the most disturbed state in India and so much so for the North-East India. There have been militants' attack and agitations against the government as well as the military setup specially on the Assam Rifles. There have been cases of innocent killings by Assam Rifles which has instigated the public to go against this force. Recently NSCN leader Muivah's visit has been the issue of distress and disturbance in Manipur. Muivah, a known NSCN leader who had talks with the union home minister (P Chidambaram) and other inportant leaders in New Delhi, who agreed and allowed him to visit his home village situated in a district called Ukhrool in Manipur. The demands of NSCN have been primarily establishment of greater Nagaland which shoul
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