Casading effects of goodness in Politics

The change in perception makes a big difference, which may not be quantified in the near future, but provides a great macro picture of a prominent change. The nature of politics before the IAC movement and post IAC moment, has certainly changed the political games. Though such impact is less visible in the rural landscape, it has a huge impact in urban areas.

Delhi as a case study: there has been a land slide change in the nature of campaign and innovation being pursued for canvasing. Further, the candidate selections. Entry of one good candidate into the opposition party brings enough change across different party lines that want a real fight. For instance, last election, BJP changed its chief ministerial candidate at the last moment bring a more cleaner persona. And this year, just before the election, when BJP feared of losing some good ground, compelled to bring another great candidate to counter the seemingly unstoppable leader.

Isn’t it a cascading effect of entry of good candidates into politics that we have better numbers of able leaders contesting the top spot – a change in the status-quo?

Kiran Bedi’s entry into politics – a welcome sign for Indian politics

Indian political scenario is getting warmer due to upcoming Delhi elections. Last week’s major media activities were revolved around Kiran Bedi’s entry into BJP, and the speculation of her possible candidature for CM post. I am glad, that Kiran Bedi joined politics, and her excellent track record generates hope that she may bring some positive  change into politics as well. Frankly, I am not surprised at her decision, given her public comments over last two years. Every Individual has the constitutional right to choose a political party of her choice, however, there are questions being raised of some U-turns see took and the time she had chosen to join into politics. It looks to be opportunistic. However, she will have enough time to dispel these speculations or perceptions, and proving her critics wrong.

I read an Article long back  by Ms. Bedi. In her application to Civil service examination, she mentioned “mankind” as her religion. That was a great stand she took at a young age. Given the saffron agenda being carried out in recent days, I will be curious to see her perspectives on such issues, and how can she bring that spirit and ethos to a political party gradually getting side tracked to make India a Hindu Rastra. I wish Ms Bedi, a great political career ahead, and keep inspiring the new age India towards a better tomorrow with her actions and virtue in her new career.

I wish, entries of such personalities improve our current political system, ridden with caste, religion, regionalism and favoritism. Let the visions, skills, actions and leadership qualities of the leader be judged before voting rather their caste or social position.