India, a country that holds nearly one-fifth of the world’s population. Loved by many, misunderstood by some, and judged by many more. But despite all that, it’s nothing short of incredible how this nation works.
People complain about a thousand things here. Corruption, pollution, overpopulation, rules, noise, mess. And yes, I agree , we do need improvements. But take a moment, look beyond the problems, and you’ll realize: everything you’re searching for in the outside world… already exists here.
We’ve Been Through a Lot ,But We Still Stand Tall
India isn’t perfect , and no country is. The aftershocks of British colonization still ripple through our economy, and overpopulation has its own consequences. But somehow, through it all, we function. We live, we thrive, and we grow.
Most people only talk about what’s wrong with India. Rarely do they stop to ask: what’s right?
Let’s do that today.
A Land of All Lands
India feels like the world has settled into one country. We’re so diverse that every few kilometers, language, food, dress, and even the way we greet people changes.
The beauty of humans in India is unmatched, so many cultures, ethnicity, and backgrounds, yet somehow, we coexist.
Humanity First — Always
From the beginning, India has always chosen humanity over conflict. Even during wars, natural disasters, or global crises, India helps , often without expecting anything in return.
When China’s people were stuck on a ship, we helped. When war victims need shelter or medication, India opens its arms. That’s who we are.
Indians are kind. We help strangers without hesitation. You ask an Indian for help they’ll never turn you away.
Freedom You Often Overlook
You can pray whenever you want. Follow any religion. Wear what you love. Speak what’s on your mind. Write your truth.
Yes, people might judge you ,but no one can force you to change. And that’s true freedom.
The laws here don’t trap you. You live life without constantly being fined or punished for small things.
People who study abroad often say, “I feel like I’m in a cage there.” Why? Because in many other countries, discipline is enforced with force , fines for littering, harsh laws, social restrictions.
But in India? It’s empathy-based. You’re expected to love and respect your country like home , not because you’re afraid of fines, but because it’s yours.
Don’t Just Preach Culture , Practice It
Another thing we Indians often do? We see a headline, a piece of news , and immediately start complaining.
Take rivers, for example. We treat them as holy ,call them Ganga Maa, Yamuna Maa, but is this how we treat God at home?
Would you ever throw plastic, chemicals, and filth inside your temple or puja room? Then why do we do it to rivers we worship?
It’s not enough to just label something as sacred. We need to protect it. Respect isn’t shown in words, it’s shown in action.
Instead of pointing fingers at the government or society, ask yourself: Have I ever taken part in a river clean-up? Have I done my bit?
On Cows, Culture, and Real Respect
When news broke that India is one of the largest exporters of beef, people were outraged.
But let’s take a pause and think, India has a massive cow population, but look at the condition of so many cows on the streets: malnourished, hungry, chewing on plastic, injured, and ignored.
Is that how we respect the animal we call sacred?
If we can’t take care of the cows we already have, where is this anger coming from?
Export is part of a natural economic process. If the country is exporting resources it can’t sustain internally, and it’s helping GDP growth, infrastructure, and job creation why the blind outrage?
True cultural pride doesn’t mean fighting about symbols. It means preserving values. Keeping cows healthy, feeding them, protecting them ,that’s where the real respect lies.
We’re Not Lacking — We’re Just Not Following
India has everything ,great schools, beautiful places, art, cinema, history, tech, talent, kindness.
But the issue lies in us , in how we follow (or don’t follow) basic discipline. Foreign countries are admired because their people obey rules , not because they’re better than us.
When India had a war with Pakistan, people here weren’t scared like citizens are in other war-torn countries.
Because India has never chosen war at the cost of innocent blood. India stands strong with calm, not chaos.
Judgment Is Our Only Real Enemy
We have people of all religions, genders, castes, and cultures living under one roof.
If only society could stop judging people for how they look, love, worship, or live ,India would be unstoppable. If we as a generation grow, accept, and evolve, India is already gold.
We Have What It Takes
We speak over 20 major languages, celebrate hundreds of festivals, and still manage to study, innovate, serve, and survive.
We have respect for the army, world-class education systems, a growing economy, and unmatched culture.
India isn’t the problem. It’s the mindset of some people that slows us down. India Is for Everyone
India is for the rich, the middle class, the poor, the homeless, the dreamers, and the doers.
India isn’t for criminals. It isn’t for judgmental minds. It’s for people who value humanity, kindness, and empathy.
So don’t say you feel like you’re in a cage here. What you call rules abroad is called discipline.
And if you can follow them there, you can do it here too.
Do it for India.
Do it for your country.
By-Apurva
BBA-IT 2023-27