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Mighty impressed

THE WEEK’s Independence Day special issue is so good that it can be read over and over again, and be saved for posterity (‘India, the uprising’, August 22).

Every state in the country saw armed uprisings and revolts against the British. India won independence not because of the efforts of a handful, but because of the ceaseless determination shown by scores of brave men and women across the length and breadth of the country.

So many laid down their lives. We should forever be grateful to these people. The stories of these ordinary men and women who fought tooth and nail against the British should be told and retold for generations to come.

I am mighty impressed with your Independence Day special issue. Thank you.

Tanushri Pandey,

Delhi.

 

 

 

Thanks to THE WEEK for having showered upon us a precious gift on Independence Day.

I have a humble request for the editor. Could you please provide free copies of the issue to all our parliamentarians? This will enlighten them on the values of our hard-earned independence. Such a gesture would do a world of good to restore the lost glory of our great country.

Biju C. Mathew,

On email.

 

As an avid student of Indian and world history, I was surprised that you chose not to mention about Chimur and Ashti rebellion in your feature on uprisings by common people against the colonial rule.

These revolts were entirely grassroots-driven and spontaneous. It occurred at a time when senior Congress leaders were under arrest, and made national headlines. It galvanised two entire villages into action and was one of the few times that the army had to be called in to quell the resistance.

I strongly believe that agitations like these (there may have been a few others) hastened the exit of the British from the subcontinent.

Sudarshan Shidore,

On email.

 

I wish to remind your readers about the armed revolt of Alluri Seetarama Raju—in the forests of Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh—against the British.

Likewise, there was also the revolt of Komaram Bheem, tribal leader of Telangana, against the Nizam who enjoyed the patronage of the British.

In fact S.S. Rajamouli, director of Baahubali, is making a film on Bheem.

M.S. Raviprasad,

Bengaluru.

 

Your Independence Day special cover story is nothing less than a collector’s issue. Let me congratulate your team of correspondents and editors for having given us so much of information on a platter. And, mind you, this is not the first time.

I also liked the illustrations by Bara Bhaskaran.

Kumaran Keloth,

On email.

 

VP is right

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu has rightly pointed out that India has made huge strides in many critical areas but lags behind in many others (‘India@100’, August 22).

Agriculture, defence, space, industry and commerce are sectors where India has done well, but our imports have increased manifold. Technology is touching heights but burgeoning population is a matter of concern.

If India needs a standing amongst developed nations, energy, climate crisis, pollution, population, among other things have to be addressed.

Yes, India is moving ahead. But we need to run to catch up with the advanced world.

Shweta Chaudhary,

Delhi.

 

Naidu’s exclusive article in THE WEEK was a ready-reckoner of sorts of all that had happened in India in the last 75 years. I was surprised when Naidu said India’s emergence as a potential superpower is far from being a reality. Very few admit it.

Vrinda Gopi,

On email.

 

Future transportation

Electric cars are the future and it is about time we accepted it (‘Power point’, August 22). Most countries, including India, will be ready to cut the dependence on petrol and diesel in the coming years.

Sachidananda Murthy was right when he said that Narendra Modi wants vehicle owners to realise the cost efficiency of shifting to green fuel options. I feel by 2035 bulk of the cars sold in the world will be electric.

Karthik Reddy,

Hyderabad.

 

Great talent

Neeraj Chopra is a richly-talented athlete who has worked hard to reach the level that he has today (‘Golden arm’, August 22). We should spot more such talents. Most gold medallists in our country are happy with a single medal and do not compete more, which is not how it should be.

Chopra, I am sure, will not rest on his laurels and he will win one more gold in the 2024 Olympics. I liked it when Chopra said that a biopic on him can wait until he retires. He is only 23, after all.

Gaurav Trivedi,

On email.

 

Tit for tat

The world is back to being bipolar. US and China continue to call the shots and nobody can stop them. Both these countries are going to continue their tit-for-tat policy (‘Last word’, August 22).

Tigin Thomas,

On email.

 

No negativity

THE WEEK remains the best news magazine due to its content-driven approach and simple language. You need to maintain the standard.

I feel it is time to do away with some of your columnists, who spread negativity. Also, please include more articles on business, economy (how about a cover story!), food, travel, places, international events, development projects, spirituality, science and law.

Neerav Kapasi,

On email.