| Should (government funded) innovation have a social relevance |
“Indian Tri-Color on the moon”. A news heading that we all should be proud about and as an Indian citizen I am proud no doubt. I was on the way back to the office in the morning after reading this fantastic news – thought it gives the right kind of positive mental framework to start ones work day. After reaching the traffic signal nearby – I saw a policeman in a heated conversation with a young citizen – with some very interesting gestures between them that finally ended in a friendly “note” – without either one repenting on exactly what each one had done. Next was a group of young set of kids – definitely below the “poverty” line (as per the government's definition) – begging to the affluent on the streets – with a few obliging them and a few returning strange gestures back – a cold dead look as if they (both) don't exist. I reached office – and had a chance to glance through economic times, headlines like – “Farmer suicides subside due to loan waivers” – followed by “India Inc cautious about growth forecast – profits will reduce”. |