Hmmm... When was the last time you saw a portrait of Bharat Mata? I dont recall my last time. Infact, I have seen a portrait of Bharat Mata(Not on TV) for the first time in an empty train which I casually hopped into before I boarded my train to RJY. Check the image out. It was heartening to see that although the train was empty and Independence day is only after a day, the potrait is garlanded with fresh flowers. BTW, the train was parked in Bangalore Cantonment Railway Station. Looking at the board hung on the train, I figured that the train travels from Cant station to Kolar and vice versa.
And on the day of Independence, I dont even get a single wish nor did I wish anyone. On other days like Friendship Day, Valentine's Day and other festivals, I would be flooded with scores of SMSes and Emails. But none on this day. No emails. No SMSes wishing me a Happy Independence Day which makes me think...
Have we relegated this day to just another holiday? Are we taking our freedom for granted? Dont we remember anymore the price we have paid for this freedom?
