Corruption and communalism are the two factors that have adversely affected the fabric of Indian society in recent times. The irony is that corruption cases are being filed against the former ministers, yet the same persons are being elected by the people.
On the other hand, every MLA and MP of the present ruling dispensation seem to be perfect as cases after cases are being filed against them, yet nothing seems to happen. Overnight, MLAs change parties just to grab power and obviously to loot the nation further.
Democratic principles are being side-lined. Innocent human beings are lynched, journalists are being threatened and even killed. Sometimes it is shocking to know that the cases are being filed against the victims.
Perhaps India is the only country where a victim is further victimized and made an accused by the law enforcing agencies. Examples are galore- the dadri mob lynching case, the students of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), etc.
It is truly sad to know that even some of the television channels have become partisans to such adverse factors. As a result, citizens are misinformed and one-sided stories are being broadcasted.
In the name of debates and discussion on television channels, some of the television anchors act as spokespersons for the political parties and rule dispensation at the Centre and state as well.
With the prevailing situation, India is certainly heading towards totalitarian state.
Are these not the signs of modern fascism?
Rui Pereira, Navelim
