Marathi Asmita, Goonda Raj and the remedial strategy.

Maharashtra experienced a black day in the history of its politics last week. The episode had the potential to inflame a spark of a prodigiously destructive riots. Fortunately, that did not happen. Immensely shameful that Maharashtra had to see such a time in politics, once dignifiedly held high by the eminent personalities like Shivaji and Dr. Ambedkar. The incident has tarnished the image of Marathi Asmita despite their claim to be the protagonists of Marathism. Certainly no condone for such attacks on the fundamental rights and for disparagement of the constitution. Let's employ concrete efforts before this contagious disease spreads itself and before it's too late.

But what will stop all these? People always find their ways around the laws, 'bail', most of the times proves to be a curse in our judicial system, and corruption has known no bounds. Given this scenario only the hoi polloi can make a difference. There are two parallel strategies which could be judiciously put to work. One, conscious, awakened and responsible Maharashtrians who are willing to preserve Marathi Asmita, who believe in the idea of justice, peace and constructive development should rope in and oppose the divide and rule politics. I am sure that there are significant no. of indigenous people who have no regards for such divisive politics and their conspirators. The prime need is to make such people gather on one platform.

On the other hand, migrants from other states should also not remain on the back foot in making the local people realize that they are also a part of Maharashtra's development and are very well concerned about its welfare and in no way a burden to them. This can be done efficaciously through the social service platform. Various large scale social activities should be taken up by the migrant group in the state, especially those who are under attack. Albeit this seems more practicable option compared to the the first one, both should go hand in hand. It will create an ambience of love, peace and integrity among the denizens of the state.

To translate both of these strategies into success, media has to play a paramount role by showcasing the activities. This can help sap the destructive movements of the politicians. It may not be an undulated path to follow but through hardcore efforts, desired result can be achieved. The idea can be further fortified if both the groups (locals and migrants) unite and perform the pursuits.

So, what about organizing a peace rally with all our Maharashtrian bandhus or 'Uttar Pradesh Sewa Samiti' (fictitious) organizing a blood donation camp with our North Indian friars at Shivaji Park?