An Appeal to the Judiciary and Election Commission
Today, we stand at a crossroads where the principles of democracy and responsible governance are being undermined. The ongoing trend of offering freebies for votes raises critical questions:
Is this not blatant bribery?
Does this not disrupt the integrity of the electoral process?
Can elections truly be impartial when swayed by such incentives?
The Reality of “Freebies”
Promises of free laptops, cycles, scooters, electricity, water, waived loans, and subsidized essentials are nothing but short-term allurements. These come at the cost of taxpayers’ hard-earned money, burdening the middle class and discouraging merit and productivity.
Key Questions:
- Are elections about development or distributing freebies?
- Is there accountability for how public funds are used?
- Should taxpayers bear the cost of creating a dependent, unproductive populace?
The Impact on Society:
Such practices:
Encourage dependency and erode self-reliance.
Drain resources that could be used for long-term development.
Maintain poverty for the sake of vote banks.
What Needs to Change?
We propose the following steps:
Legislation Against Freebies:
Enact laws to prohibit political parties from offering freebies to sway voters.
Focus on Development:
Taxpayer money should be used for:
Building infrastructure (roads, bridges, railways).
Generating employment opportunities.
Improving education, healthcare, and public services.
Promote Self-Reliance:
Instead of distributing freebies, create conditions for skill development, entrepreneurship, and job creation.
Public Accountability:
Politicians should be required to justify expenditures and demonstrate long-term benefits for citizens.
Uphold Fair Elections:
The Election Commission must strictly monitor and regulate promises made during campaigns to ensure fairness.
Voices of Wisdom:
Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee emphasized that the government should focus on providing justice, education, and healthcare. Beyond this, people must earn what they need through hard work.
A Call to Action:
Let us unite to demand a fair and progressive system that rewards effort and responsibility rather than fostering dependency. Share this message widely to ensure it reaches the Election Commission, judiciary, and policymakers.
If political leaders truly wish to give, let them do so from their personal resources, not from the taxpayers’ money. Let us build a nation where every citizen contributes and thrives through dignity and effort.
Together, for a Better India:
Share this message across social platforms.
Discuss with friends and family.
Urge leaders to prioritize development over short-term appeasement.
Jai Hind – Jai Bharat!
