May peace prevail in India

India, the largest democratic country in the world is now in an upheaval. I watch with great disappointment and disbelief how the country is falling apart over issues regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC). According to reports, at least 25 people have died and hundreds have been injured since the demonstrations began to unfold.

It is alarming to learn that in the backdrop of refusal by chief ministers of states like West Bengal, Kerala, Punjab and Chhattisgarh to implement the CAA, Prime Minister Modi has said that no state can block its implementation. Why is the prime minister so adamant? Would it not be wise to come to an understanding for the sake of democracy? I am deeply worried for all the innocent people who are risking their lives to keep India’s pluralistic image alive. I earnestly hope good sense will prevail and the disputed issues would be settled amicably.

Nur Jahan, Chattogram