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Asian Voice | 30th July 2016
Food for thought I am pleasantly surprised that Ramesh Zhalla, who is normally opposed to my views or suggestions, has expressed his support to my indirect suggestion that a telephone call rather than the e-mails from ABPL telling me that the 'Meet and Greet' session at the House of Lords had been cancelled could have been helpful. This would have spared me from travelling all the way to Westminster on that day with my painful condition arising from sciatica. The programme on that day could not take place because of the unexpected Brexit saga. Don't get me wrong! I am grateful to CBbhai, Rupanjanaben and Kamalbhai for taking the trouble to send me the emails. Perhaps it was my fault not checking the inbox of my mail before setting out to the venue. Some food for thought! There is no doubt that had this event taken place, it would have certainly been one of a kind and would have gone down in the history of newspaper publishing as a beacon for others and envy for many. The other innovative step of Asian Voice is the publication of paid subscribers' stories about their journey from East Africa or India to the UK under the “Remember, recollect, recharge” column. I too have a story to tell and have sent a narrative about my experiences. I eagerly await its publication. Dinesh Sheth Newbury Park, Ilford
Brexit: The Question Mark
Though the referendum has pointed the way out of the EU, it seems to have been a bit of an emotional decision without giving any serious consideration and thought about its future repercussions. However, our honourable PM has taken a lightning decision to go for Brexit, which seems to be an unexpected quick march towards unchartered waters. This sudden decision – before appointing an allinclusive commission to study all the aspects of the problems and reporting to the Parliament which will take a final decision, to be implemented by the government – may create some doubts in many thinking minds in the country. The fact that our honourable PM has declared a policy to create a real socialistic democracy is very praiseworthy. But this hurried run for Brexit may generate some worried and varied opinions about it. Whether this completely hurried decision, by forming a Cabinet for this purpose, will prove to be advantageous or not to the country, only time will tell. Dr Naginbhai P Patel London
Living in fear Why are terrorists throughout the world doing horrible acts where thousands of innocent people, of all ages and castes, are being killed in cold blood? These terrorists attack any place whether it be a nursery, primary or secondary school, colleges, places of worship, modes of transport, theatres, stadiums or any other such social venues. There is no preaching in the Quran about needing to kill innocent people. Why are they taking curses from these hapless parents whose lives have been shattered by the terrorists' cruel deeds? Nature and God help people who do good deeds. In this beautiful world of ours why do people have to live in fear? Why?
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Blessings of our parents
Fond memories of Kenya
On the auspicious day of Guru Purnima one of the followers of Hindu sect called me and conveyed holy wishes on Guru Purnima for healthy, happy and peaceful life for our family and their Guru's blessings. Then he told me that on this day it is pious to give some donation which their sect will use to help poor people in need, some social and charity work and helping people affected by natural calamities. At that point I told him that my Guru never asked for any donation or anything but on the contrary gave us so much which cannot be measured in terms of monetary value and our Guru's life is a message which doesn't need any preaching. He then asked me if I could throw some light on the life of my Guru. I said my/our Guru were my late parents who despite having seen ups and downs and hard times, they faced them all with courage and smiling face and were able to give us education, good values and rich heritage of Indian culture and tradition so that we all can have good life and pass on the same ideals to our future generation. Suresh & Bhavna Patel Markham, Canada
The importance of good actions
A man must perform right and truthful action but should not worry about the result which may be either good or bad. The result will be 100% based on the actions of an individual's past life. Performng the action correctly and truthfully is 100% in our hands, therefore it is very important to do good, correct and religious acts only. Kantilal Pankhania By email
Kumudiben’s letter in Asian Voice dated 23-7-2016 quoting Late Nelson Mandela, “You gave us Mohandas; we returned him to you as Mahatma Gandhi” brings about fond memories of Kenya and Indian word “harambe” used by all and sundry. The word was introduced by Indian labourers, who built railways from Mombasa to Kisumu. The word is made up of Deity “Har” and goddess “Ambe”. It was used by labourers to exert collective effort e.g. lifting or moving heavy loads, etc. The word is still used for a collective effort. Times have changed and progeny of labourers has prospered. But the word is indigenized as Swahili one. Many politicians objected to “harambe” as it denoted Hindu religious figures. But they failed to oust it from national vocabulary and usage. There are also number of Indian words adopted by Kenyans e.g. kalamu meaning kalam (pen), kitabu meaning kitab (book), baba meaning father, baniyani (merchant), mahindi (Indian), etc. This also reminds me of visits by Sri Appa Saheb Pant and later Neelam Sanjiva Reddy, advocate Chamanlal Bajaj (who defended Late Jomo Kenyatta), and Sri Indulal Yagnik who stayed in Kenya to raise funds for the Mahatma Gandhi wing of Royal Technical College in Nairobi. Ramesh Jhalla By email
Resolution on radicalisation and terrorism
Within the past one month, especially during the last eight days, there has been a spate of brutal violence resulting in bloodbath and loss of a large number of completely innocent human lives. Starting with the carnage in Bangladesh there have now been similar crimes in France, Turkey, Germany and the latest in Kabul (Afghanistan). By any standard or definition they are vengeful acts of terrorism. They are problems of ideology that stem from religious belief and are responsible for radicalisation of weak minds. Religious belief and religious ideology are important to many people especially to Muslims and as such they will remain ongoing long-time problems for the entire world. Since 7/7 successive British governments have adopted a strategy called ‘Prevent’ to address these problems. It is a problem specific to Islam and only Muslims themselves can reform their society. Pressure from outside is not going to work. The problem of this nature cannot be solved if Muslims are considered as enemy of the state. The way forward is to have friendly dialogue with Muslims about their view of the humanity and see if they can be persuaded to think in a positive manner and refrain from destructive activities. Jatindra Saha By email
Hip implants that will last a lifetime
Hip implant is the most common surgery amongst elders. The implant made out of titanium, the hardest metal alloy known, lasts on average no more than fifteen years before needing replacement. The second replacement is less successful. The advance age also plays its part, most patients deny second op due to poor health. But the new discovery by physicists from Houston University, an alloy of titanium and gold, four times harder than titanium will last a lifetime. This alloy named Ti3 is so strong that even diamond is unable to grind it. It will also be used in teeth implants and replacement joints in the near future and will be widely used in industries, especially in drilling, replacing titanium that has served humanity well, widely used in medicine as well as in industry. This new alloy will not turn to ashes when people are cremated. It will be collected and melted down for reuse. This discovery is indeed a blessing for us, although initially it will be costly but with mass production and reuse, the cost will soon come down, especially as patients will not have to undergo a second operation, savings billions to our NHS. Kumudini Valambia By email
Stain on Gujarat
The brutal attack on Dalits in Una, Gujarat, is indeed a shame on the people of Gujarat, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and the most progressive state in the Indian Union. Dalits provide valuable service to the community, doing most unpleasant jobs that no other community can even contemplate. It is regrettable that Gujarat Government under ineffective and lacklustre CM Anandiben Patel has let people down. This also reflects badly on PM Modiji who personally recommended her when there were better pragmatic candidates around. Modiji, while being extremely successful on “International Stage and Economic Front”, has taken his eyes off domestic issues, resulting in increased attacks on women, Dalits and crimes like rape and child exploitation on the rise. He should have introduced death penalty and public flogging for serious crimes that is blighting the name of BJP, once the most progressive political front but now riddled with arrogance, corruption and intolerance. It is time for him, who remains isolated in his “Ivory Tower”, and BJP to wake up, come out of comfort zone and provide effective law and order before voters turn against them and make Modiji a one-term wonder, which will be detrimental for India and the world. Bhupendra M. Gandhi By email
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