Unnecessary dialogue
Rafique, Jabbar, Salam, Barkat and others sacrificed their lives to attain linguistic freedom. We are lucky enough that for their great sacrifice we are speaking in our mother language. But the question is, should we abuse it? In our society, speaking efficiently is considered as a special quality. On the other hand, 'talkative' persons are measured negatively. Unfortunately, under the influence of the 'media' some 'responsible bosses' are being considered as talkative people by us. This is not good at all for the nation.
We know that most of our political leaders speak carelessly in different forums. So, the people attach less value to those speeches. But the important bureaucrats/policymakers like ….chairmen/members of different commissions, secretaries, directors, DGs, and the ministers/advisers of important ministries should like to work silently. In most of the cases, the maximum we would know is their names. But recently, the media (print and electronic) has made them heroes! They have started to feel that they have become superstars or celebrities! After carrying out their routine work, when they leave the office, crowds attack them more or less regularly. They enjoy this sweet pain! How strange! Why is it important to speak in front of the press? Are they film-stars or idols?
They have to take many 'off the record' decisions in their office which affect the whole nation. But their “verbosity” may leak vital clues which may facilitate devising a 'counter policy'. Their contradictory statements make us confused also. We feel humiliated or mystified very often. So it should be stopped without further delay.
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