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Rise Above Self Interest
 The cover story this issue provides an analytical and detailed argument about why national reconciliation is must to rescue the country out of its present crisis “Question of Political Commitment” (SPOTLIGHT January 27). As you have written in cover at times of national crisis, all the forces including the citizens must boldly be able to risk their lives for the cause of the nation. Unfortunately, what is happening now is quite to the contrary. Let alone the common people, even the leaders of the political parties, the Maoist leaders and the King, who have vowed, time and again, in public forums that their interest is the interest of the people, have not done what they preach in practice. This is a very grave issue and can be a threat to the national sovereignty. It is now time that all of us contribute for the national interest from our respective sides before it is too late.
Rudra Nyaupane
Hattigaunda
Work For The People
You have raised a very pertinent issue in the cover story this issue “Question of Political Commitment” (SPOTLIGHT January 27). The activities and the expressions of the current leaders clearly show that they lack a commitment for nation building. Although, they repeat innumerable times in their speeches that they are committed to public welfare, their activities are contrary to what they say. For example, what kind of public welfare are they doing by calling forced bandhs continually for seven days. They have never cared to understand the people’s needs and problems but have persistently thrown one after another program that disrupts normal life to show their presence. The leaders should show some political commitment and some flexibility to pull the country out of the quagmire. Likewise, the political parties should also end the current trend of protests that are forceful and disrupts normal life. Protest programs should be based on voluntary participation of the people and not by intimidation and vandalism.
Chetan Bhatta
Lainchaur
Hold Talks
The interview with Rabindra Nath Sharma was insightful “If The King And Koirala Discuss Face To Face, They Will Find Out Broader Agreement” (SPOTLIGHT January 27). As he has put it, if the King and Nepali congress president Girija Prasad Koirala sit together and talk about the current situation of the country, they could reach a certain agreement and drive the country out of the crisis it is currently facing. Koirala still leads the movement of the liberal parties and holds a popular support of the people. Likewise, the King represents a traditional force and holds the military power. So, if these two ‘leaders’ come to an agreement, the other forces such as the Maoists and other parties can be included through peaceful negotiations.
Hemant Shrestha
Kalimati
Skeptical Argument
I do not quite agree with Rabindra Nath Sharma’s version that Koirala and the King can rescue the country out of its current crisis “If The King And Koirala Discuss Face To Face, They Will Find Out Broader Agreement” (SPOTLIGHT January 27). Koirala is certainly the most prominent of the leaders of the democratic parties and the King is the traditional power with military at his command, but in the developing scenario we cannot ignore the insurgent Maoists and other political parties. In the current situation it is likely that other democratic parties might cooperate with Koirala, but it is very unlikely that the Maoists, who themselves have the political base like parties and military force that could challenge the government’s army, will become Koirala’s puppet.
Sagun Shrestha
Sanepa
Sad Reality
It is depressing to know about the tragic demise of the melody queen of Nepal , Tara Devi “TARA DEVI: Melody Queen” (SPOTLIGHT January 27). Her untimely demise is an irreparable loss to the Nepalese music industry. Such talented and dedicated artiste are seldom born these days, and even if some people do come with exceptional talents they do not hone themselves and opt for easy popularity for commercial success. It is the duty of the nation to protect the creations of artistes like Tara Devi. However, it was disappointing to know about her tragic incident with the Radio Nepal. If a nation does not learn to honor its artistes it looses its identity. Its art and culture vanishes and it will have nothing to take pride in future. The concerned agencies of the government should not repeat such mistakes and should not hurt the feelings of artistes who have earned so much respect from the people.
Sanjeev Dahal
New York , Via Email.
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