🖋️ From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane
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- Jan 21
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🖋️ From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane
The Myth of the “Ummah”
The idea of a united Muslim “Ummah” often sounds noble—one injury felt by all, transcending borders. Yet history and current conflicts reveal a starkly different reality. In Afghanistan, Pakistan’s army clashes with Afghan Muslims; in Balochistan, Muslims fight Muslims. Yemen’s civil war pits Saudi, UAE, Houthi, and Iranian-backed forces against each other, devastating millions. Syria’s decade-long bloodshed saw Sunni, Shia, and Islamist factions destroy cities and lives. Iran suppresses its own Muslim citizens, while Iraq and Libya remain fractured by sectarian militias. Even the historic tragedy of Karbala was Muslims against Muslims. These examples show “Ummah” and “brotherhood” function less as lived solidarity and more as political tools—invoked against non-Muslim states, but absent when intra-Muslim conflicts erupt. The rhetoric masks division; the reality is fragmentation.
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🖋️ From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane
Discontent Among Upper Castes
A growing sense of alienation is visible among sections of the upper castes, who feel increasingly targeted by successive governments. Policies like the SC/ST Atrocities Act, strengthened under BJP, are seen by critics as punitive rather than protective, leaving many savarnas feeling branded as “born criminals.” The recent UGC directives and speculation about extending reservation into the private sector have intensified this frustration. While affirmative action aims to uplift marginalized groups, unchecked expansion risks undermining merit, productivity, and quality. The perception that BJP, once built by upper caste support, now mirrors Congress in appeasement politics has fueled anger. If this trajectory continues, the party may face backlash from its own core base. A government ignoring such discontent risks eroding both trust and stability.
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Rethinking Agricultural News Narratives
News reports on agricultural markets often highlight farmer distress when vegetable supply rises and prices fall. Yet rarely do we see coverage celebrating farmers when reduced supply pushes prices upward. This imbalance reflects a journalistic mindset shaped over decades, where every fluctuation is framed as a crisis for producers. In reality, farmers are also consumers, and the wider public—nearly double in number—feels the direct impact of price changes. A balanced narrative should acknowledge both sides: cheaper vegetables benefit households, while higher prices reward growers. Elevating farming as a uniquely noble profession, often for political gain, distorts the broader truth. Like any trade, agriculture is a business, not social service. Journalism must move beyond romanticized portrayals and report market realities with equal weight to consumers and producers.
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Image Politics – Gadkari vs. Fadnavis
Every Lok Sabha election sees Nitin Gadkari orchestrating near-identical interviews across channels, projecting achievements and even fueling speculation of cross-party consensus for his prime ministerial prospects. Yet such bold image-building often invites sharp rebukes from Delhi’s power centers. Devendra Fadnavis, however, appears to have mastered a subtler art. His photographs from state, national, and international platforms, coupled with vision-driven interviews, are not accidental. They suggest either careful pre-clearance or a calibrated strategy to avoid ruffling central feathers. Unlike Gadkari’s overt positioning, Fadnavis’s messaging seems aligned with broader party narratives, perhaps even encouraged by the center itself. The contrast highlights two styles of ambition: one punished for overreach, the other rewarded for discipline. In India’s political theatre, image management is as decisive as electoral arithmetic.
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Law Must Prevail Over Hate
Economic summits like Davos are important, but governance begins at home. If reports are true that a newly elected corporator from Mumbra openly threatened to drive Hindus out, then such rhetoric strikes at the very heart of India’s constitutional values. The law must respond firmly, not selectively. Ignoring such statements risks emboldening others to repeat them, deepening social divides. Citizens in Thane and Navi Mumbai must demand accountability, ensuring that elected representatives respect the dignity of all communities. India’s strength lies in pluralism, not intimidation. Political leaders cannot afford to overlook local threats while showcasing global ambitions. To safeguard harmony, constitutional remedies and legal action must be applied without delay. Silence in the face of hate is complicity; justice must speak.
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