A-Yodhha for Ayodhya

Verdict is out on one of the longest running cases in the Indian courts.

This is one verdict, the build up for which in the fast few weeks witnessed the best of behaviour from the Indian politicians ( which unfortunately is very rare). And it was not only the politicians who behaved responsibly and rationally, the people and the media also behaved in a commendable manner.

Now that the verdict is out, it is time to act even more rationally and more responsibly.

Its time to reflect on the greater repercussions of this decision.

This verdict has given all Indians a chance to reflect back and move ahead.

 Yes, move ahead, and not get stuck at a place over an issue.

Ayodhya has been one issue which has not only led to the loss of lives of many innocents, but one which has diverted the attention of people and especially the Indian political parties from the core issues facing the nation. Year after year, political parties have been guilty of raking up the same issue to garner votes and divide the people.

This is one chance where they will run out of the steam.

This is one chance for the public to prove to them that they will not be fooled by the same fanatic slogans year after year.

This is one chance for the people to realise that this is the best possible verdict which could have come out from the judges.

It is neither a victory for party A, nor is it a loss for the party B.

This is a verdict for India.

Some people are already making noises about taking this case further, but they need to be asked what are they aiming for?

A match to be settled by a 100-0 score?

Will they be then happy?

Will that decision be good for India?

Will that decision which creates animosity between the two communities, and further widen the gap be welcome?

What is the rationale of aiming for a verdict which will make matters worse?

Will they allow the matter to linger on for another decade or so?

Will they leave the door open for more trouble?

Or will they show that yes, time has indeed moved on.

Time has moved on, and India cannot be allowed to cripple further.

Time has come to prove that India is more than a temple and a mosque.

People are the source of strength for any nation and any move that builds bridges between the citizens should be praised and accepted.

It also presents the present Indian government a big chance to redeem itself. It has for some time favoured to be "inactive" rather that being "in action". It must now take the control in its hand and do the required as per the directions of the court. Onus lies on the government to develop trust among the people. If the people observe them doing their job in a just manner, faith on the government and the judiciary will only increase and will ultimately lead to a better atmosphere in the nation.

Its time for each of us to be a "yodhha" , and defeat any move to create animosity among the people.

It is time for us to stand for a strong and modern India.