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Sonam Wangchuk calls for India’s second independence movement
The Story in Brief
The Story in Brief
Sonam Wangchuk on Thursday called for a 'peaceful revolution' in how India chooses its leaders, urging citizens to suggest selfless, fearless people to shape the country's future. He said nearly half of MPs have criminal cases and a third face serious charges like murder and rape. Wangchuk wants to consult the best minds and travel across states to seek suggestions.
He also backed student protests over exam irregularities in Jharkhand and Delhi. Wangchuk stressed the need to change not parties but the system of leadership selection, framing this as India's second independence movement ahead of 2047.
The Indian Opinion
Wangchuk's call revives the 2011 anti-corruption spirit but wisely avoids targeting any single party. That is admirable. However, seeking public nominations for 'selfless' leaders risks becoming a feel-good exercise without a clear mechanism. The real test is whether he can offer a concrete plan to curb criminal candidates. Until then, it remains a noble hope, not a roadmap.
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