Tuesday, July 06, 2010
Shaheed Bhagat Singh
Image via WikipediaThe place where I found most inspired was at the well at Jalianwala Bagh, historically known as the scene of worst tragedy in the course of Indian independence struggle. At 1000, the place was lit up with morning sun; and all around I could not find anything that was reminding me of the massacre. There were relics and structures which were supposed to remind of the sacrifices made. I reached the martyrs well and suddenly I was taken over by a feeling. This was the well where many people had jumped in to, to save themselves. The well did not have a big mouth and was dark inside. I was feeling what all the relics and structures couldn't tell me. I was reminded of the life of Bhagat Singh, I could feel what Bhagat Singh felt. Bhagat Singh was only 12 years old when this happened. I was surprised why he never felt hatred, but only a desire to live free. I had been living in a free country from my birth. I was brought up where all my thoughts were freely spoken. I have been party to discussions on Nehru, among others, in bad light, not of the person but about their policies and decisions. I have been able to learn about the greatness of these men from these discussions. I have always looked up on Bhagat Singh, the way he conquered his mind and lived free even under the British rule. The well made me look around in a whole different light. I was feeling free. I realized when I had so much given to me by those who lived before me, I should give more to those who come after me. If I could utilize my learning, my life would have some meaning.
Labels: Bhagat Singh, Jalianwala Bagh, Punjab
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