Nehru out of picture

Refer to ‘ICHR omits Nehru from freedom poster’; the action of omitting Nehru from the collage is defilement of history. He spent nine years of his life in various jails on more than one occasion, fighting for the freedom of the country. The resolution for Purna Swaraj was passed by the Congress under his leadership in the Lahore session. He was a true democrat wedded to scientific temper and laid the foundation for the development of the country with the help of modern science and technology by way of building multifarious institutions. As PM, he provided political stability and decentralisation of power down to the village level, unlike the current dispensation where democratic debate and discussions are anathema. He was one of the most loved mass leaders of the country. He cannot be obliterated by petty-mindedness and in this despicable manner.

PREM SINGH DAHIYA, Rohtak

Congress infighting

The ongoing tussle between CM Capt Amarinder Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu has created an irksome situation. The Congress high command did a blunder by appointing Sidhu president of the Punjab Congress. Comments like ‘eent se eent baja dunga’ create more conflict with the head of the government. There is a dire need to resolve these quarrelsome conditions and adopt an optimistic attitude for the welfare of Punjab.

KANWARBIR SINGH MANZIL, by mail

Rein in Sidhu

Navjot Sidhu is a man in a hurry. In the four and a half years as MLA, he contributed nothing in the latter part of his stint and has been enjoying all the benefits at the taxpayers’ cost. He is a habitual troublemaker who likes to remain in one controversy or the other. The Congress high command should take a firm decision to discipline him immediately as the elections in Punjab are near. His daily outburst, tone and tenor will prove to be suicidal for the party.

Bhupinder Kochhar, Panchkula

Vaccination feat

Apropos of the editorial ‘1 crore doses a day’, it’s heartening to know that this may become an everyday pattern from October, when nearly 30 crore vaccine doses are likely to be available. However, over 52 per cent of those eligible have received at least one dose, while the percentage of population covered with two doses remains just about 15. The government’s target of vaccinating all adults by the end of the year is largely dependent on the supply. The authorities in all states must keep the momentum going and contribute towards achieving the target.

SANJAY CHOPRA, MOHALI

No glory for them

Refer to ‘No food, no sleep, only TT: Bhavina’s mantra for success’; Patel, who defeated World No. 3 Miao Zhang in the semifinal and reached the final, is no less than Neeraj Chopra. The apathy is that the government doesn’t give similar recognition to these brave sportspersons, who, despite their physical disability, can perform as well as the other physically fit Olympians. The players are not cheered by the people and the government. Other Paralympians have won medals but there has been no encouraging response from the nation. These are real sportspersons who have made the nation proud.

Capt Amar Jeet (retd), by mail

Bhavina shines

Bhavina Patel’s silver medal in the Tokyo Paralympics is the gift of a gritty, gutsy and determined sportsperson to the nation on National Sports Day. This champion has certainly emerged as a role model for the youth of India. Even though she got afflicted with polio as an infant, she continued to lead a purpose-driven life and has brought a rare honour to the nation. By scaling a thumping victory over all odds, she has today become the pride of the nation.

Rajiv Arora, by mail

Team India’s poor show

Refer to ‘Ollie or nothing’; Team India’s morale took a severe beating at Leeds after its glorious win at Lord’s. None would have expected India to be bundled out for an ignominious 78, especially when the team’s spirits were high and it was coming on the weight of the previous Test win. Given no breathing space by the England pacers, particularly by Ollie Robinson, Indian batsmen kept nicking the ball behind the wickets offering regulation catches. The visitors were always under the pump, but losing the last 8 wickets for just 63 runs was terrible, as it happened for the second time in the match, and despite a fine rearguard action on Day 3. No wonder, Team India’s abysmal batting display on the first day prompted many fans to post memes on Twitter, one of which read: ‘India won the toss and chose to bat and bowl on the same day.’

RANGANATHAN SIVAKUMAR, Chennai

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