Shashi Tharoor: “I respectfully urge you to reach out and engage in the dialogue our democracy owes its young citizens. That is not…”

The government, which is headed by Prime Minister Modi, has an overall responsibility. This must never happen again. This is not the first time, but it must be the last time.

Deeply shocking to read this official US statement, which contains absolutely no expression of regret or condolence for the loss of innocent Indian lives. How can a “friend” and strategic partner be so deeply insensitive?

I honestly think that this is an unnecessary imposition by the central government of having to listen to all five verses every time.

Please end your fast. You have awakened the conscience of the nation; that is what a fast is meant to do.