Former CM Shanta Kumar condemns Palampur bus stand incidence

Former Chief Minister and seasoned politician, Shanta Kumar, known for his unwavering stance on social issues, condemned the ghastly act, which took place in the serene town of Palampur. Nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, a horrifying incident recently unfolded, shaking the very fabric of society.  A young man, driven by an unfathomable frenzy, attempted to take the life of a girl with a sword at the bustling Palampur bus stand. Such a heinous display of brutality is not an isolated incident, but rather a chilling reflection of the deep-seated moral crisis plaguing our nation.

Shanta Kumar’s voice reverberates not only in the tranquil valleys of Palampur but resonates across the entire state and beyond. With fervor and conviction, he articulates a sentiment shared by many—a sense of trepidation and dismay at the escalating tide of crime and moral decay sweeping through our communities. He laments the rising tide of suicides, the surge in youth delinquency, and the insidious grip of addiction that threatens to engulf an entire generation.

At the heart of this moral epidemic lies the proliferation of technology, particularly the omnipresence of mobile phones. Shanta Kumar underscores the profound impact of digital exposure on impressionable minds, lamenting how children, armed with smartphones, are shielded from the moral compass once imparted by parents and grandparents. Instead of imbibing values steeped in tradition and wisdom, they are bombarded with a deluge of explicit content and desensitized to the sanctity of life and morality.

Indeed, the erosion of values poses a grave threat to the very essence of our society. Shanta Kumar invokes the wisdom of scholars past, emphasizing that while the law may mete out justice to the perpetrators of crime, it falls short in instilling the virtues of righteousness and empathy. The solution, he contends, lies in a concerted effort by both the government and society to rekindle the flames of morality in the hearts of our youth.

In this crusade for moral rejuvenation, Shanta Kumar advocates for a holistic approach, starting with the overhaul of our education system. He calls for the integration of yoga and moral education as compulsory subjects from primary to college level, with a syllabus crafted by a committee of learned scholars. Moreover, he stresses the importance of teacher training to ensure the effective dissemination of values in educational institutions.

Reflecting on his own upbringing, Shanta Kumar fondly reminisces about the invaluable lessons imparted through the rich tapestry of Indian culture and tradition. From the sanctity of prayer to the wisdom of ancient scriptures, he credits his moral fortitude to the nurturing environment of his family and school. It is this bedrock of values that empowered him to weather the storms of political dissent and stand firm in his convictions.