Shashi Tharoor: “I honestly think that this is an unnecessary imposition by the central government of having to listen to all five verses…”

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 can understand singing it once during ceremonial occasions involving the President, Vice-President or Prime Minister. But singing the entire song twice during a short programme is difficult to understand.

If construction was illegal, find other punishments — fines, other punitive measures, even government takeover — but do not destroy a functioning university that UP needs!

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