Whispers Forum

AAP leader Sanjay Singh’s release from jail has stirred discussions on whether this could sway AAP's fortunes in the upcoming LS polls. The first benefit of Singh's release will be that the party will get a strong leadership. Singh's release could invigorate AAP's grassroots supporters and provide much-needed leadership amidst a leaderless phase. As a founding member, Singh wields considerable influence within AAP, garnering respect from MPs, leaders, and workers alike. His political acumen and extensive work in Punjab further solidify his standing within the party.
Neha Singh Ahirwar

The INDIA alliance parties convened a striking 'Loktantra Bachao' rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan. However, the rally lacked a compelling narrative to counter the policies of the Modi government, and no alternative agenda was proposed. Instead, a pervasive sense of victimhood prevailed, supported by allegations of being targeted by the ruling BJP administration. Moreover, doubts were cast on the fairness of the 18th general election. Achieving united action within the INDIA bloc proves challenging, as earlier plans for one-on-one contests against the BJP in 400 seats have faltered. While the BJP and its allies have nearly finalized their candidate lists, internal discord and negotiations continue within the INDIA alliance.
Nancy Kumari

Has the arrest of 2 CMs: Arvind Kejriwal and Hemant Soren helped to unite the Opposition? The INDIA bloc organized a mega rally in Delhi in which prominent leaders of opposition parties were present. In this rally named 'Save Democracy Rally', not only the political parties from Tamil Nadu to Kashmir and Maharashtra were seen united in protesting against the arrest of CMs, but by the time the program started, the Ramlila Maidan was filled to capacity. This program of opposition unity in Delhi took place on the same day when PM Modi sounded the election trumpet of BJP from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It is apparent that the arrest of CMs has brought opposition parties closer although its benefits are unlikely to be derived as LS polls are too close.
Aditya Kumar

In a surprising move, the BJP has nominated Rekha Patra as its candidate for the Basirhat parliamentary seat, drawing attention to her emergence from Sandeshkhali. This decision has left many wondering about the motives behind her selection. However, the decision to nominate Patra wasn't without its controversies. Speculation surrounds the circumstances leading to her candidacy, with some suggesting that it was a strategic move by the BJP to capitalize on the local sentiment against Trinamool Congress. Opposition leader Subhendu Adhikari's recommendation and subsequent approval by the central leadership further fueled discussions about the party's intentions.
Aditya Malviya

I have a simple question for the present dispensation; all the political parties have been framed in corruption without exhibiting any material facts openly in the media etc not a single case against BJP or any of its elements. Are they very honest especially all those corrupt who change sides & join BJP also walk free too. To me dispensation is killing the very fabric of democracy by these actions against all opposition. It looks as if we are heading towards one party aristocratic style of one party one man rule.
Harish Kumar

It was an exhilarating experience, watching the widows of Vrindavan ashrams, participating in the vibrant Holi celebration by smearing each other with colours and showering flowers
Traditionally barred from participating in festivities, for the Vrindavan widows in present times, Holi has become a festival where widows, shunning customs and traditions, engage in pure fun like the rest of society. Breaking taboos, celebrating Holi by Vrindavan widows, is a historic transition --A peaceful and subtle sociological revolution has taken place during the past few years, pregnant with joyful possibilities. Reminiscent of the abolition of Sati tradition. Females' entry into the sanctum sanctorum of hindu temples , is welcome, despite silent opposition from the self-proclaimed thekedars of hinduism. On the same analogy, the Indian Muslim women should be encouraged to enter dargahs like the Haji Ali's. The court abhors discrimination on ground of constitutional equality.
A K Saxena ( A former civil servant)