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LETTERS |
Horrific Events The year 2058 was a terrible one for all
Nepalis ("The Year That Was", SPOTLIGHT April 12). The unthinkable tragedy
at the Narayanhity Royal Palace will be remembered as the darkest moment of the year.
Nepalis have not recovered from the misfortune of losing their king, queen and other royal
family members. Unfortunately, that was not the only tragedy to hit us. The mayhem and
massacre unleashed by the terror brigades who call themselves Maoists have shattered the
nation's life. The situation is so grave that people are simply not in a mood to celebrate
the new year. Binaya Gurung Nightmarish Year 2058 was a nightmare for Nepalis ("The
Year That Was", SPOTLIGHT, April 12). The royal palace killings, upsurge of Maoist
terrorism and deepening economic turmoil have plunged the nation into unprecedented depths
of despair. In one year, Nepal has had to go through a scale of misfortune many countries
have not witnessed in centuries. Although 2058 has gone, it has left us shocked,
terrorized, bruised and confused. On the other hand, Nepalis have been able to hold
themselves together with great fortitude. In their united fight against the scourge of
terrorism, the people have found a new bond. May God bless us. Shankar KC Phew, Some Year The year 2058 is past us for good
("The Year That Was", SPOTLIGHT, April 12). The calamities the year brought have
left a deep imprint on the nation's psyche. The entire family of King Birendra perished in
the palace killings. The image of a peaceful nation was shattered, as the Maoists launched
mass attacks, killing hundreds of people across the nation. Things could not have become
any worse. No country —indeed, no civilization —must have experienced such a
devastating series of events in one year. Janak Bista Year Of Tragedy 2058 B.S. will definitely go down as one of
the darkest years in the history of Nepal ("The Year That Was", SPOTLIGHT, April
12). However, Nepalis will have to leave the year behind and concentrate on the tasks of
the days ahead. The people have an uphill task ahead, but they will have to work in unison
come what may. They must demonstrate their firm resolve and serve as an example to the
rest of the world. The pains of the past have to be buried. Kamal Shakya For A Better Future The Nepalese people have no choice but to
look forward to the new year ("The Year That Was", SPOTLIGHT, April 12). We must
hope that fate has better things in store for us. In one year, the Nepalese people had to
undergo distress and depression enough to haunt generations to come. Unfortunately, there
is still no respite from terror and violence. On the contrary, the intensity and frequency
of violence is on the rise. When will sanity prevail among the Maoists? Until then, the
people will not be able to live in peace. Gokarna Jha Political Panic The statement by army chief General
Prajwalla Sumshere JB Rana has sent shock waves across the political establishment
("The General Speaks Out", SPOTLIGHT, April 5). Politicians must have been
scared out of their wits by the army chief's blistering remarks. Whatever Gen. Rana said
reflected the people's sentiments. No politician could rebut the points raised by the army
chief. By questioning his right to speak, our democratic leaders only exhibited their deep
sense of insecurity. Kiran Limbu Tripping Over TRIPS Your interview with Santosh Sharma
(SPOTLIGHT, April 5) was insightful. The fact that western countries could restrict our
exports if we do not respect their copyrights is a very serious one. The authorities here
may not be aware of such consequences. They must start studying the implications before it
is too late. The enactment of copyrights laws is a good start. The authorities need to
keep up the spirit and wage a relentless war against copyright violators. Pradeep Thapa |
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