Mr. PM , there isn’t a pinch of sincerity in your body language
An open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Honourable Prime minister ,
I learnt that you are about to overtake all your political opponents with your strident 21 speeches instead 15 as per your earlier itinerary ; assume that this looks coincidental with the invasions of Parashuram round the earth to annihilate all of Kshatriyas
Sir, I’ve been in this country for the past 60 years, but I do not know whether any other prime minister has so frequently visited the state in a single year; hence your repeated visits to the state seem quite historic to me.
Its my wish that the state of Karnataka would benefit to the full extent from your repeated visits ; so sir, I request that the next time you visit Karnataka, do so with a bit more sincerity.
I also ask that you to speak to people along with your followers in a way that brings in respect for you. There is no need to shy away from knowing history and the current situation; Mr. Pm, it looks that there isn’t a pinch of sincerity in your body language.
The rift between the north and south is widening and there are economic , social, cultural and political reasons for this; as you might be aware the inclination towards formation of a separate southern federation of states is increasing day by day. There is no National water policy to resolve the interstate water disputes amicably, if you have any such policy in the works please do share with us.
Among 22 languages recognised constitutionally, 18 are North Indian and only 4 are from the South; 96 regional languages are yet to be recognised and furthermore 79 regional languages are on the verge of extinction. There is an urgent need for a National linguistic policy to retain and develop these dying languages. I request you to also share your vision and mission about the linguistically plural heritage of India
Respected sir , you’ve visited more than 60 foreign countries in the previous year , so now please explain to us how India benefits from frequent foreign visits and remove the skepticism in our minds.
How much of monetary resources had flooded in? How many jobs have been generated? If they’re not at a satisfactory level ,What are the reasons for it? We as citizens of this country understand that all this is necessary for democracy to stay alive.
Sir there is so much I want say to say but enough for now.I would listen to your speech and write to you again ; I am expecting more from your 21 speeches " Pradakshins " of Karnataka , please do not disappoint us
Regards
Dr. Purushothama Bilimale
Director
Kannada studies center
Jawaharlal Nehru university
New Delhi
( Translated from Author's original Kannada Post by LC Nagaraj )
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London, Nov 22: A bomb disposal squad deployed as a “precaution” to the South Terminal of Gatwick Airport concluded an investigation into a "security incident" on Friday after making a “suspect package” safe.
The South Terminal of Gatwick Airport, the UK's second busiest airport after Heathrow, which was briefly shut owing to the incident reopened following the incident.
The Gatwick is around 45 km south of London.
Two people detained during the enquiries have since been allowed to continue their journey as the airport was opened.
“Police have concluded their investigation into a report of a suspect package at Gatwick Airport. Officers from the EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) team made the package safe, and the airport has been handed back to its operator,” Sussex Police said in an updated statement.
“Two people detained while enquiries were ongoing have subsequently been allowed to continue their journeys. There will remain an increased police presence in the area to assist with passengers accessing the South Terminal for onward travel,” the statement added.
Earlier on Friday, the incident caused severe disruption at the busy airport’s South Terminal, while the North Terminal of Gatwick Airport remained unaffected.
“Police were called to the South Terminal at Gatwick Airport at 8.20 am on Friday (November 22) following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage,” a Sussex Police statement said.
“To ensure the safety of the public, staff and other airport users, a security cordon has been put in place whilst the matter is dealt with. As a precaution, an EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) team is being deployed to the airport. This is causing significant disruption and some roads around the South Terminal have been closed. We’d advise the public to avoid the area where possible,” it said.
Footage on social media taken outside the airport showed crowds of frustrated travellers being moved away from the terminal building.
Gatwick said it was working hard to resolve the issue.
“A large part of the South Terminal has been evacuated as a precaution while we continue to investigate a security incident," the airport said in a social media post.
“Passengers will not be able to enter the South Terminal while this is ongoing. The safety and security of our passengers and staff remain our top priority. We are working hard to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.”
Train and bus services that serve the airport were also impacted while the police carried out their inquiries.
In an unrelated incident in south London on Friday morning, the US Embassy area in Nine Elms by the River Thames was the scene of a controlled explosion by Scotland Yard dealing with what they believe may have been a “hoax device”.
“We can confirm the 'loud bang' reported in the area a short time ago was a controlled explosion carried out by officers,” the Metropolitan Police said in a post on X.
“Initial indications are that the item was a hoax device. An investigation will now follow. Some cordons will remain in place for the time being but the majority of the police response will now be stood down,” it added.
