Monday, September 12, 2005

5 People: Who Can (Could ) Turn The Side


Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: A country like India needs politicians like him. He would have been an ideal Prime Minister for Independent India. But as Gandhi asked him not to be in the race of PM, he just respected Gandhi's decision. But I personally believe that he was a far better choice than Jawahar Lal. He would have found a perfect solution for Kashmir issue. And I also believe there would not have been Article 370, if he were the Prime Minister. He was the man with vision. He formed the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service and other Central Services to assist in the process of nation building. His contribution to save India and getting Independence to India cannot be forgotten. He would have made our country stronger, but alas! he was not given a chance, neither by the people nor by the almighty. The "Iron Man of India" died in Bombay in December 1950.

N Chandra Babu Naidu: He became CM of Andhra Pradeh in Sep 1995 due to conflicts between him and the then CM, NTR's family. Soon he became as popular as NTR. He completed his first term and won the election again in Oct 1999. He made a great difference to Andhra Pradesh in terms of economy. Lot and lots of foreign and domestic investment poured in Hyderabad. He strengthened the infrastructure for common people by introducing lot many flyovers, demolition of illegal buildings, sudden inspections etc. He brought Hyderabad outside AP. Even now it is one of the mot happening place in India. But still these were not enough for the masses and people of AP could not recognize his capabilities. He lost the election held in 2004. I have one thing to convey to the people of AP, just look at some CMs from Northern India (UP, Bihar, MP etc) and you will know that you got the best. Don't lose him! Bring him back with a bang, it's still not too late.

T N Seshan: A man who changed the face of Elections. In 1992 India experienced a new procedure to conduct the election. Indians realized the power of CEC (Cheif Election Commissioner). He revolutionized the way elections were held and the way election rallies were held. He made it hard for politicians and their chamcha's to convert their black money into white. But he was not given a chance to be President of India. He got only one vote, when he was in the race of President. We always believe that the President does not have as much power as the Prime Minister, but I am sure if he would have become the President, he would have changed our attitude the way we look at presidency in India.

Kay Kay Menon: Started his film carrier with Bhopal Express (1999). Inspite of giving excellent performance in movies like Hazaaron Khwaishen Aisi (2004), Deewar (2004), Black Friday (2004), and Sarkar (2005), the bollywood audience could not give him what he was due. He speaks with eyes. His performance in Sarkar has shadowed Abhisekh. But most of his roles are typical angry person, who speaks less and does more. He need chances to do some different roles, else, a very talented actor will be confined to some typical roles, just like Arshad Warsi (thanks to Kabir Kaushik, who changed his image after movie Sehar. Otherwise we would have got another comedian in bollywood, instead of an actor).

Mohmd Kaif: An Indian Batsman (saying all rounder will not be exaggerating) is always ignored and comes 4 down or 5 down. 70% of the time, when India needed, he saved the Pride of India, either by wining the match or by taking India to a respectable score. May be Indian Cricket Team should consider promoting him to come one down or may be for opening. Some peple also say that 4 down is the right time for him, but there are chances when we need a hitter in the begining. India must give a chance to him for opening. I am sure he can make the difference in Indian Cricket.