Public hardship and grievances are not the priority of any national forum, which with every passing day is disenfranchising our social and moral obligations.
Zaheer Udin Babar Junejo
Today, it is evident that as a nation, we are divided, and it seems that our leaders prioritize proving or protecting themselves rather than addressing the public’s hardships and grievances. This lack of attention to the people’s needs and loss of control over the structure of the services is slowly disenfranchising our social and moral obligations as a society.
This societal divide has left many feeling unheard and underrepresented, causing further disillusionment with our democratic institutions. While it may be easy to place the blame solely on our leaders, we must also acknowledge that we, as citizens, have lost sight of the right path we were supposed to follow. We have become complacent in our role as active participants in democracy, allowing our leaders to make decisions that benefit themselves rather than the common good. Today as a nation we are divided, it seems our leaders have the priority to either prove or protect themselves, public hardship and grievances are not the priority of any national forum, which with every passing day is disenfranchising our social and moral obligations.
In today’s globalized world, when everything seems to be accessible and common, it is easy to forget the significance of the state, nation, religion, and flag. These institutions are the embodiment of our identity, culture, and values, which should not be taken lightly. They represent our past, present, and future, and we should take pride in them. Our identity is not only about who we are, but also about where we come from, what we believe in, and what we stand for. It is vital to remember that these entities remain essential and hold power that should not be undermined.
We are living in a world where the enemy is not always apparent, and the threat is not always obvious. The danger could be in the form of deception, and evil whispers that aim to undermine the foundation of our society. However, that should not distract us from our obligation to recognize and honor the importance of the state, nation, religion, and flag. We should always be vigilant and not fall prey to such manipulations.
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Zaheer Udin Babar Junejo is a Community Development Professional based in Hyderabad-Sindh
