Dear Editor,
There are two intimate friends: A & B. A fondly, proudly and vociferously chants “Bharat Mata ki jai, Vande Mataram, Jan gan man.” B may not chant what A chants, but nevertheless he/she with equal fondness and pride chants “Saare jahan se achha Hindustan hamara, Madar-e-watan zindabad, Maa tujhe salaam, Jai Hind, Hindustan zindabad”. What is the tiff? Where is the question of more or less patriotism or need for triggering off a hysterical debate of patriotic vs unpatriotic? Both have their own way of expressing their love for India. Steer clear of sectarian forces based on religion, region, caste etc and be a calm, happy, progressive and proud Indian.
Rajender Goyal
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