BOWING FOR A NOBLE CAUSE IS NOT BOWING

15-JUNE-ENG 11

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

ARA---------------------------Nitish Kumar, a popular and experienced leader of Bihar, has often faced criticism for his big decisions taken in the interest of the state. Whether it is the decision to change alliances or to seek political support - some people make it a matter of political opportunism, U-turn or a joke but is it really a weakness for a public leader to seek cooperation or support from someone for the welfare of the public? Or is it a reflection of that leader's vision, dedication and true spirit of public service?

Politics is not just a game of power, but a name of service, dedication and understanding. Nitish Kumar, who has been continuously working for the welfare of the people in Bihar for the last two decades, has proved that the steps taken for public service are not only necessary but also respectable.

Nitish Kumar took Bihar out of the jungle raj that it suffered for a long time and led it towards development. His government took several important steps in the field of roads, electricity, health, education, women empowerment, law and order and economic reforms.

Strengthening the infrastructure in the state, Concrete schemes for women safety and employment, Strict policies against corruption, Demand for special state status and financial assistance from the central government. All these aspects have put Bihar in competition with other states of the country.

Nitish Kumar has proved time and again that “joining hands” in the interest of the public is an integral part of politics. Political wisdom comes only when a leader rises above his personal ambition and gives priority to the future of the state and the public. In Bihar, there should be no inclination to get any alliance or support, but there should be a sense of foresight and responsibility. This step is not taken only for power, but for the service of public interest. If the public is benefited, then it is better to walk with restraint and wisdom in the politics of power.

In today's politics, constant criticism and trolling on the decisions of leaders has become common. But those who only criticize forget that a true leader is the one who bows himself down for the public, so that the public can hold their head high.

Nitish Kumar took many such tough decisions during his tenure, which were politically difficult, but were necessary for the overall progress of Bihar. That is why it would not be wrong to say that for him "bowing down" is not a weakness, but a "sacrifice" for the public.

Nitish Kumar's politics is not just the politics of power, but the politics of sensitivity, sacrifice and dedication. He has proved every time that he will not shy away from doing whatever is necessary to take Bihar forward. And if for this he has to ask for cooperation from someone, then it is not a bowing down, but the truth and strength of the politics of a public leader. With time it will become clear that those who mock his actions today will be left behind in the pages of history, whereas a true mass leader like Nitish Kumar will be remembered with respect in history.