I think most politicians are just a necessary evil and sometimes I even wonder if they are necessary. But some truly become leaders and builders who are a true blessing to their people and the world. India has had some great leaders including Indira Ghandi. I wish I had had a chance to visit Swaraj Bhawan. Thanks for your minimalist post. One does not need to say much about her.
Lqsquirrel: In her instance the pedigree of the Nehru family vis-a-vis its intellect, her origins from a community (Kashmiri pandits) known for its academic and intellectual bearings, as also exposure to most of the leaders in the Independence movement will together have contributed to much of her growth in politics.
Emergency has to be one exception to her otherwise sagacity as a political leader.
I would still put her father, Nehru, ahead.
Talon: Welcome. For her times, yes.
SG: Yes, this is Allahabad. The Triveni Sangam in Allahabad is where you'll travelled for the immersion.
I shot these pictures of Swaraj Bhawan on my visit there.
how come no detailed write up for this post?
ReplyDeleteShrinedhi Hande: Preferred to leave readers space to reflect in the context of their own understanding.
ReplyDeleteBut if this was about Swaraj Bhavan, it would've detailed my experience.
I think most politicians are just a necessary evil and sometimes I even wonder if they are necessary. But some truly become leaders and builders who are a true blessing to their people and the world. India has had some great leaders including Indira Ghandi. I wish I had had a chance to visit Swaraj Bhawan. Thanks for your minimalist post. One does not need to say much about her.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Anil. She was definitely extraordinary.
ReplyDeleteI think this is Allahabad. I remember this when I visited there last time to immerse my mother's ashes.
ReplyDeleteLqsquirrel: In her instance the pedigree of the Nehru family vis-a-vis its intellect, her origins from a community (Kashmiri pandits) known for its academic and intellectual bearings, as also exposure to most of the leaders in the Independence movement will together have contributed to much of her growth in politics.
ReplyDeleteEmergency has to be one exception to her otherwise sagacity as a political leader.
I would still put her father, Nehru, ahead.
Talon: Welcome. For her times, yes.
SG: Yes, this is Allahabad. The Triveni Sangam in Allahabad is where you'll travelled for the immersion.
I shot these pictures of Swaraj Bhawan on my visit there.
definitely an extraordinary birthplace, and an extraordinary person. I had never heard of her before, so thanks for the introduction.
ReplyDeleteNiamh B: Thank you. Yesterday was the anniversary of her death many years ago.
ReplyDeleteShe was assasinated by the very two Sikh bodyguards who were entrusted with her safety and security.
Anil,
ReplyDeleteUnusual from you. I loved it.
Some times the pictures speak for themselves.
Dr.Antony: Thanks. True, sometimes it's best to say little.
ReplyDeleteThat is a magnificent building. And certainly a remarkable woman.
ReplyDeleteI think you have chosen the perfect words.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. Some posts should be left with pictures only for readers to give their meaning.
ReplyDeleteYou so often have a completely different way of telling a story. Really liked how you told this one.
ReplyDeleteLynn: Yes, she was, in more ways than one, if not in all ways.
ReplyDeleteRiot Kitty: Thanks.
Nisha: True. Best to remain silent at times.
Indian Bazaars: Thank you. Always a pleasure to learn you liked the post.
these images are beautiful.
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Her destiny was chosen, her leadership cut short. She was a magnificent person. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeletewonderful post! no ordinary place, time or legacy, indeed.
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Jingle Poetry: Thank you.
ReplyDeleteDan Robertson: Thank you.
Paz: Thanks.
very true....! no ordinary legacy
ReplyDeleteSEPO: Absolutely.
ReplyDeleteSEPO: Absolutely.
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