Every one who got involved promptly in relief work deserves praise for the speed and agility which resulted in rescuing many Earthquake victims .The Indian government also deserves praise for extending quick relief to Nepal, following an equally challenging mission in Yemen, India has shown the world that it is a force to reckon with whether it is a case of war or disaster. The tragedy in Nepal once again raises the issue of the state of disaster preparedness in South Asia. Events across the last decade show that SE Asia is becoming vulnerable to natural disasters. In crises, it is very difficult for one government and country alone to put together its resources. Thus, SAARC and ASEAN shall join response team and should be standby at all times.
Some of the headlines in the electronic and print media are odd. I came across one example — “Kannadigas in quake-hit Nepal moved to safety” — that was prominent and found it shocking that in such a tragic time, we find it comforting to be told that “Kannadigas” are safe. What about the countless others who are alive and suffering? Don’t they count enough to be mentioned in the same light? Such appeasement is in bad taste.
When international efforts are on in full swing to undertake rescue, relief and rehabilitation operations in Nepal, the possibility of there being politics in all this is upsetting (“No turf war with India on relief, clarifies China”,. Let the two neighbours not even try to recreate the Cold War mentality of the U.S. and then USSR, by playing dirty politics and posing themselves as being the only saviours of humanity. Natural disasters are often the glue that binds and stirs humanity into action. Even though there has been a denial, that there is no politics, let India and China participate in the enormous humanitarian task with an Olympic spirit where winning is only secondary and registering presence in the “integration of nations” is primary.
That China has set aside all its geopolitical differences with India and is teaming with us in the relief and rescue work is gratifying. The task of rebuilding Nepal is a strenuous one that requires the concerted will of people across the world and the coordination of world leaders. There is no doubt that the rehabilitation of victims should be done on a war-footing.
It is evident that there is great suffering in Nepal. With India playing the role of a guardian, there must be an emphasis on ensuring the supply of essential commodities on a war footing. It is unpardonable that there is profiteering in this moment — there are reports of a packet of biscuits selling for Rs.500 and a water bottle for Rs.450. With so much of food grain not being put to good use in India, is there no way it can be sent to Nepal?
Giving charity generously to the needy has always been part of Islam and its followers, there fore All India Milli Council Karnataka chapter has decided to go and collect the relief fund at grass root level as Asst General secretary of All India Milli Council Karnataka , i humbly request the readers of this blog to donate generously for the earthquake victims in india the funds collected will be later sent to All India Milli Council New Delhi.
Your support through Cheques/DD shall be in the name All India Milli Council.
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