Hi Utpal:
Thanks for sharing the contact address and not seeing any
response, of following up.
It is a very timely reminder for those who care, to contact the
PCG and offer their ideas for Assam. Particularly for those whose
'Assam patriotism' is more than an abject subservience to Indian
nationalism.
We discussed this issue at great length and with as much acrimony
as you see since you joined Assam net, if not more, about the need for
the people of Assam ( and its well wishers) to close ranks behind
those who would be representing Assam's interests in a
bargaining/negotiating exercise, and by giving their input on their
vision of a better Assam.
It was generated by a very persuasive and lucid explanation by
netter Santanu Roy. He pointed out that the higher the support for the
negotiators of the people of Assam, the better are the chances of
their obtaining better terms for Assam, and urged a public discourse
and participation on the matter.
I too urge everyone to transmit their views to the PCG, hopefully
with solid and substantial recommendations. I also hope that the media
in Assam ( the part that cares for its well-being that is) will do its
share in generating the public participation.
Unfortunately though, some of our able, vocal and highly
politically charged members expressed their opposition to
dealing with the untouchables -- the ULFA, and rejected the idea
of getting any concessions for Assam from Mai-Baap in Hastinapur, if
it happens thru the untouchables. In fact some even floated a parallel
- me too - movement . Never mind that their blood brethren in whose
loyal servitude of Indian policies have done little if anything for
them if not gave the shop away altogether. Such are the powers of
patriotism.But I have a different word for it :-). At any event the
concept of 'sua' remains alive and well amongst this group of
kharkhowa ex-patriates, who would not shy away from 'Apwnar naak kati
xotinir jatra bhongo kora' pursuits :-).
But I hope the progressive will translate their wishes to
words of advice and support.
Some might ask, what about you -cm? Well, let me put it this way:
My brother is in the PCG. He knows of my views :-). But I still will
participate if there is a desire to put out an assam netters' joint
appeal/advice/feedback.
Best,
c-da
At 10:51 AM +0100 9/14/05, utpal borpujari wrote:
Hi. Have you seen this piece on the website northeasttribune.com? - Utpal
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Your time has come- be a part of ULFA-Government dialogue
NET News Network
Guwahati, Sept 13: The Peoples Consultative Group (PCG) appointed by
United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to kick off peace process with
Central government today announced its e-mail, Short Messaging Services
(SMS) number and postal address where people can connect and submit
their suggestions and opinions based on which a peace module would be
designed by the group for the next month dialogue.
PCG for the convenience of every segment of society has asked the net
savvy citizens to mail their opinions in [EMAIL PROTECTED] whereas
9435061746 is the Cell number where suggestions can be sent through SMS.
Others can drop their suggestions in the office of Para! g Das Tathya Kendra,
Jyoti Nagar, Bamunimaidan. Guwahati-21. Assam. India.
PCG will continue receiving suggestions and opinions till September 25,
2005.
The group which had its first brainstorming session on September 11
decided to build public opinion based on feedback ranging from common
people to democratic organizations.
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