Things To Learn From The Farmers
Today, let's take a look at lessons we can learn from the Farmers. Not only as citizens but opposition parties are also welcome to learn.
Lesson 1: Nothing is permanent.
Things change fast. In the blink of an eye.
The determined, however, always emerge victorious. For instance, after what had happened on Republic Day, everyone assumed that their protest was over. Many also thought that Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait would be arrested. Heavy police was also deployed at Ghazipur border. It was a tense situation at Ghazipur border.
But, things turned around, in the blink of an eye. The police was called back as the number of farmers continued to rise.
Thus, if your intention is pure, keep going, when the going gets tough.
Lesson 2: Rise above patriarchy.
Young boys are often taught that men don't cry. But, seeing how they had failed themselves, how the police had gathered, their leader, Rakesh Tikait broke down.
The media people mocked his manliness since he cried, almost, like a baby. Yet, it helped in drawing even more farmers to the Delhi-UP border.
Farmers in large numbers arrived at Ghazipur in their tractors. Had Tikait worried about his strong "image" and not shown his true emotions, people would not have turned up at the border. This shows that being emotional is not such a bad thing after all.
Lesson 3: Win or lose. Fight to make a point.
Nobody gave a damn when these farmers sat on border for more than 2 months. Yet they remained. Even after the unfortunate turn of events on 26 Jan, they can still say that they tried. That they never for once lost hope even when against all the odds.
So be it exam, job or business, the young must learn to fight. To struggle until the end. Don't worry about the result.
Lesson 4: Revolution is born on the road.
For if you want to be heard, your voice has to be very loud and no matter what the condition you must be ready to carve out of it an opportunity. So to bring actual change in the society one must be deeply connected with ground realities. Twitter or social media for that matter is just not enough. So, opposition can learn this, from the farmers.
Lesson 5: How to remain immune from the Godi Media.
This biased media is probably the biggest problem in our country. People must understand that they are dangerous for democracy. They lie and lie repeatedly.
When media arrived at Ghazipur last night they said it was Farmers' final day of protest. But the narrative changed, in the favor of farmers. Never ever in the last 70 years has media been defeated by the common people. Farmers themselves say that they will remain adamant against all the propaganda. So, mainstream media is no longer relevant. It is important to learn from the Farmers how to counter unreliable media.
Opposition parties take note. The farmers launched their own newspaper and social media handles to convey their message to the people.
Lesson 6: What do you care what other people think?
You will be called derogatory names: Libtardu, Khalistani, Go to Pakistan, etc.
But, no need to fear. Farmers have shown how to fight name calling with truth and purpose. The name calling motivated them even more.
Lesson 7: Dissent is not anti-national.
The young Indians must understand that the farmer protests have shown how dissent is a part of democracy. It is our birthright. The right to protest. Peacefully.
Farmers know this well. Therefore, it is essential that you accept this fact that "dissent sustains democracy".
As a matter of fact, the late Arun Jaitley, PM Narendra Modi, came into politics through protest. The late Mr. Jaitley against Indira Gandhi and PM Modi Ji in the Nav Nirman Movement. Google it.
So, dissent is an integral part of democracy. Unfortunately, it is being forgotten.
Lesson 8: The importance of unity.
Generally, human being is a selfish creature. But, for farmers, there is a silent support and respect. Not only in India but all around the world. Ludhiyana to London. Haryana to Houston. Global support for farmers is growing strongly. This is also a unique aspect of human beings. That, in times of trouble, they join each other, in the big fight.
So, farmer protests have taught us the importance of unity.
Lesson 9: Say sorry.
After the horrific violence on Jan 26, many farmer leaders demanded arrest of those involved. They distanced themselves and did not defend the incidents. As a matter of fact, they also requested a thorough investigation on the same. But, don't be cornered, when you blunder. Say sorry and bounce back strongly. This the farmers have shown us.
That is why the protest is still going on in full flow. They apologized but did not get blackmailed into quitting.
Lesson 10: Farmers have charisma.
When they were protesting in Punjab, nobody listened. Then they occupied the borders of Delhi and maintained pressure on the Govt. But after Jan 26 violence, their 2-months-long movement was rendered useless. Almost. And last night, in another turnaround, Jatt brothers joined the farmers. They have thus awakened the revolution again. So far so good. But the big question is what will happen next? Nobody can say surely. It all depends on the unity of Farmer leaders. They must ensure that there are no more acts of violence. One thing is crystal clear: Violence will lead to bitter end of this most important protest. Like Gandhi ji said 'No more Chauri Chaura' (no more violence)
Because even a single violent move will cause untimely demise of their movement.
Conclusion
Those were the 10 life lessons we have learned from the Farmers protest. No matter the result of protest, let's embrace these.
Asliandhbhakt
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