What amuses me the most is the youth population brandishing arrogant excuses by simply saying, “Well, I don’t care because politics isn’t my cup of tea.” Youth today lack awareness regarding such sensitive issues and has provided an uncontrolled autonomy to authorities who, in return, are exercising and implementing irrelevant practices.[break]
Another link that adds up to the chain of troubles escaping the Pandora’s Box is the failure of the political parties. To bluntly speak out, these political parties have disappointed us on numerous occasions. More precisely, Nepali youths have been let down by the hollow extravagant speeches and fake promises made by politicians who continually crave for power.
Recollecting memories of the pre-election atmosphere, a vibrant energy in the younger generation was visible which was partly filled with hope and excitement. The fact that they were contributing to a vision of a New Nepal had even stirred a feeling of pride in them. But now, after four years of massive setback, the faith has tremendously declined, if it hasn’t disappeared yet. I’m certain that the upcoming elections, with whatever essence it carries, will not be welcomed with the same amount of zeal and enthusiasm. To outline a funnier side, my sympathies are with the parties for their vis-à-vis encounters during the pre-election campaigns later this year.
The third and the most critical problem that we’re facing is the unavailability of infrastructures and facilities. How can the state think of properly utilizing and mobilizing its youths when the basic necessities are substandard? It’s obvious that we require some level of assurance and motivation to work productively for the country. Unfortunately, the state hasn’t been able to generate and offer the adequate level of services to us.
When the issue of development comes into the picture, however, it’s unfair to solely blame only the state for its incompetence. As any law abiding citizen, everyone should be equally conscious and cooperative through their duties and obligations. It’s time, therefore, that we realized our responsibilities, just as we instantly do for our rights.
I know that listing out problems doesn’t produce readymade solutions. However, it’s always said that “a problem well identified is half solved.” Furthermore, it’s important for us to openly discuss and place our opinions regarding the pertinent affairs surrounding us. Social initiatives like ‘Occupy Baluwatar’ and ‘Stand up against police atrocity,’ to name a few, are efforts that need to be widely appreciated.
The writer is an MBA student at Ace Institute of Management in Kathmandu.
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