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Pink is the new Black

Posted by Ritesh - 16/02/09 at 02:02:12 pm

Given all the controversy about shipping of large quantities of pink undergarments to my fellow comrades, I would like to point out that my comrades were not deterred. If you notice my costume, I would say some elements are almost off pink, and in this twisted mix of satire and symbolism,  I have created a character to reflect the modern Indian  psyche.

Symbolic protests work well in certain situations, and it might have worked this valentine’s, but people are far from done with this issue. What the ignorant public has done is turned a self proclaimed saviour of Indian integrity into an internationally acclaimed figure. On the one hand are the people who are sending underwear to protest, on the other front, a sympathetic crowd is silently supporting the cause of AntiUnIndianism. Karnataka’s very own Chief Minister has expressed his disbelief, and I quote

Is it a crime to talk about religion? Is it a crime to infuse patriotism in young minds?

Whats wrong with this whole incident? A bunch of angry people beating up and  harassing women in public, an act which receives national attention and increased underwear sales; Has anyone asked what happens to the exact same people when they go home to their spouses. It took close to 4000 pieces of undergarments to protect the rights of about a dozen women, imagine how much the people would need for  ( by my rough calculations) 378 Million ladies. Anyone considering investing Jockey?

Someone told me that the law takes domestic violence seriously and books men who beat up their wives. I have heard otherwise. Most people I know say they sympathize with the man rather than the woman, mostly because they are spouse beaters themselves. Claim being, “when the hormones start acting up, you need to beat it down”. Whats more, the great Indian code of conduct, the manusmriti – the book most Indians claim to live by, makes beating your wife seem almost like a man’s fundamental right. Are these the values that we are trying to save in this amoral society ?

AntiUnIndian Man on Street Protests

Posted by Ritesh - 31/01/09 at 05:01:31 am

I happen to travel past Vidhan Soudha ( legislative assembly of Karnataka) on my way to work and the route to is dotted with either tourits or protesters. Last week , on the way to office, I had the good fortune to be stuck in the midst of a street protest by the farmers demanding reforms in land laws. While most people on the road were angry because of the blockade, I however, was more than happy to support their cause. Think curse of a democracy crossing the tragedy of the commons and you will know what most other people felt at that place.

But seriously, aren’t we a little too involved with our own lives? When do we take the time to understand what the pains the poor farmer feels ? No matter what others say, farmers are right in blocking traffic and disrupting the lives of hundreds. Its the only way for us to relate the farmer and I fully support their cause. All people who are against this view are UnIndian. Streets were actually built as a place where people can organize themselves and stage protests; traffic was just consequential. You will obviously point out that parks are a good place for these activities, but if we protests happen in public parks then where will my comrades go and bust couples trying to have some alone time. Its one UnIndian activity disrupting another.

Let this be a lesson. We should always support street protesters and encourage them by showing them bigger, more populated streets. Whats our respite ? Well, if there are issues that we face like better protest grounds (roads), drinking water, fuel prices etc, we should head down to the villages and torch a couple of paddy fields or burn some tractors. How else will Equality and Nationalism prevail ?

The AntiUnIndian Man awakes

Posted by Ritesh - 26/01/09 at 05:01:21 pm

I have been reborn. I refuse to stay quiet and let western influences harm the rich cultural heritage our country. Why ? was years of cultural and societal molestation by the Britishers not enough ? Do call center and IT employees, in their efforts to service the caucasian man, really think they are becoming one of them ? I have for long withstood the poisoning and degradation of Indian culture. Be it clubbing, pubbing, rock music, ball room dancing or even mobile phones. The times are hard and its only our Indianness which will save us from impending doom. Total collapse of the Indian Society.

I cannot stay silent. Mere andar ka jaanwar jaag gaya hain ( the animosity inside of me has awakened ). I shall now take up a new responsibility. The responsibility of  cleansing our culture, strengthening the moral fiber of our society and most importantly, creating awareness amongst people about India’s rich cultural heritage which seems to be dying a natural death due to Americanization of our youth. Shiv sena, Ram sena, Bhajrang Dal and the other misunderstood heroes of our country (my comrades) need to be given their due share of respect and admiration.  Where else will you find such dedication to just cause ?

I shall now be called  – The Anti UnIndian Man . The faceless crusader against all things UnIndian. I shall challenge all aspects of modern soceity and try to re-establish the faith of our people in the traditional Indian ways of the past. India was great in the 1800′s and me and my comrades will revive the grandeur of the good old days. My eager offline self has been crying to come out of the closet. This shall be my reprise.

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