BENGALURU Traffic Most Urgently Needed Practical Measures to Ease Traffic Congestion

 Can we  not  find as Citizens  ways and means  to decongest  the Roads  and  Ease the Traffic Congestion?

Creating new infrastructure to decongest traffic is both time-consuming and expensive. While such investments are essential in the long run, there are several practical measures that authorities can implement immediately to improve traffic flow, particularly during peak hours.

The first priority should be to enhance administrative efficiency by seeking the cooperation of offices, employees, commuters, and the general public. Authorities can invite suggestions, introduce workable changes in consultation with traffic experts, and educate road users about the importance of keeping roads free from interruptions. Roads meant for smooth traffic movement should maintain uniform width and remain free from encroachments and obstructions. Even shop owners have an important role to ensure that the customers park their vehicles in a disciplined and sensible manner to allow free flow of  other vehicles and they themselves adhere and encourage others to follow traffic and parking discipline. 

A major step towards reducing road congestion is strengthening last-mile connectivity to Metro stations. Mini-buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis should be organized to provide affordable pick-up and drop services. Depending on demand, three or four designated pick-up points can be identified around residential colonies, markets, and office clusters, with standardized passenger fares.

Two-wheeler users should be encouraged to follow traffic rules strictly and, wherever feasible, reduce unnecessary travel during peak hours. Better traffic discipline among two-wheeler riders alone can significantly improve the flow of vehicles.

Haphazard parking, unauthorised parking, garbage dumping, storage of construction materials on roads, and road digging for utilities should be closely monitored and regulated. Such activities should, as far as possible, be avoided during peak traffic hours. Traffic police, municipal staff, and vigilant citizens can play an important role in identifying and reporting these obstructions.

Street vendors and vehicles occupying road space without authorisation often create bottlenecks. Such encroachments should be prevented while simultaneously promoting greater public awareness and adherence to traffic discipline.

The services of NCC cadets, Scouts, student volunteers, and civic organisations can be utilised to support traffic awareness campaigns and encourage responsible road usage. Their participation can contribute meaningfully to improving traffic discipline.

The Regional Transport Offices (RTOs), traffic police, and other concerned agencies should intensify efforts to enforce lane discipline, prevent signal jumping, discourage sudden turns and unauthorized U-turns, and promote planned and responsible driving practices.

Finally, senior government officials, resident welfare associations, and members of the public should be encouraged to identify vulnerable traffic points where congestion regularly occurs. Such locations can be reported to designated municipal and traffic authorities for prompt examination and corrective action.

Traffic congestion cannot be solved solely through infrastructure expansion. Better management, stronger enforcement, civic discipline, and active public participation can substantially ease traffic problems and improve the quality of urban life even before major infrastructure projects are completed.

Samastha Loka Sukhino Bhavanthu 

T V G Krishnan

(personal views).

For Rupee A Govt _RBI Jugalbandi

 Dear Sir,

                                       For Rupee A Govt _ RBI Jugalbandi

Apropos your report, "A Govt–RBI Jugalbandi?" ET dated June 6, 2026, the very stance adopted by the RBI in its latest Monetary Policy—maintaining policy rates despite acknowledging persistent inflationary pressures arising from ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and challenging domestic and global socioeconomic conditions—suggests that the central bank is currently placing a greater emphasis on sustaining economic growth than on aggressively containing inflation.

The neutral and accommodative posture of the RBI may be influenced, at least in part, by the imperative to contain excessive rupee depreciation, a legitimate and pressing concern in the present circumstances. The steps to attract forex flows include investments in government bonds and equities, raising external commercial borrowings, and agreeing to bear the hedging cost on fresh three-to-five-year FCNR(B) deposits. It remains to be seen how far these measures can boost the flow and sustain the rupee's stability; this outcome is unpredictable.  However, in pursuing this objective, the RBI must ensure that it does not gradually transform itself into a risk-bearing institution. Its primary role remains that of the nation's central bank, lender of last resort, and guardian of monetary and financial stability.

While supporting growth is essential, the RBI must carefully balance this objective against its responsibility to preserve price stability, safeguard the currency's value, and maintain confidence in the financial system. The institution's credibility lies in its ability to act as a prudent custodian of the economy rather than as an absorber of risks that properly belong elsewhere in the economic system.

T.V. G Krishnan

( personal Views)

 

Governance Must Match Vision

Very Strong and Highly responsible Administration can perhaps be the only KEY to take the Nation Forward .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision is to transform India into a fully developed and self-reliant nation by 2047, the centenary year of Independence. This vision, articulated through the concept of Viksit Bharat (Developed India), seeks to combine economic modernization, technological leadership, sustainable growth, and cultural confidence into a comprehensive national development framework.

India's challenge today is no longer a shortage of vision. The greater challenge is to match that vision with disciplined, ethical, efficient, and accountable administration. When governance is supported by strong institutions and effective implementation, economic progress, social trust, and technological advancement reinforce one another, enabling the benefits of growth to reach every citizen.

Governance cannot become a casualty of administrative weakness. Economic development is a national imperative and must not be hindered by narrow interests, institutional complacency, bureaucratic inefficiencies, or poor execution.

India has made remarkable progress in the political, economic, social, and technological spheres. The long-term vision, strategic planning, and ambition that have driven these achievements deserve appreciation. Yet an important question remains: Have we fully utilized our capabilities and potential? Honest introspection suggests that progress has often been constrained not by a lack of vision, but by shortcomings in administration, coordination, accountability, and implementation.

A dispassionate assessment indicates that weaknesses across the legislative, executive, and judicial systems have contributed to delays, inconsistencies, and avoidable inefficiencies. Strengthening administrative capacity, ethical standards, transparency, and accountability is therefore essential. By improving these foundations, the nation can convert opportunities into tangible and widely shared outcomes.

The promise of success is visible, but many citizens still struggle to experience its benefits fully. Political stability has improved significantly. Economic growth has expanded national capacity and global standing. However, concerns such as inequality, inflation, rising living costs, tax complexity, and currency weakness continue to affect daily life. In several areas, opportunities for reform, innovation, and productivity enhancement remain underutilized.

Social progress presents an equally important challenge. Corruption, ethical lapses, declining public trust, and the erosion of civic values can undermine even the best-designed policies. Social reformers, institutions, and citizens cannot remain passive observers. Accountability must extend beyond political leadership to the entire administrative machinery responsible for implementing public policy.

Technology offers powerful tools to address many of these challenges. Digital governance, data-driven decision-making, and Artificial Intelligence can improve service delivery, reduce discretion, detect leakages, enhance transparency, and strengthen public accountability. However, technology can serve the public interest only when deployed ethically and responsibly. Strong regulatory oversight, robust data protection, effective audit mechanisms, and accountable human supervision are essential safeguards against misuse.

India does not lack vision, talent, resources, or opportunity. The larger task is to ensure that governance, administration, ethics, and technology work together with discipline, competence, and integrity. When this happens, the benefits of development will not remain confined to statistics or aspirations; they will be experienced in the daily lives of citizens across the country.

In this context, the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita remains highly relevant. Chapter 3, Verse 21 (Karma Yoga) states:

"Whatever action a great person performs, ordinary people follow; and whatever standards he sets by exemplary conduct, the world pursues."

This principle places a special responsibility on leaders in every sphere of national life. Those entrusted with nation-building—whether in government, public institutions, business, education, or civil society—must lead by example and uphold the highest standards of conduct, accountability, and service. If every institution performs its duties with commitment and integrity, India will be better positioned to realize the vision of Viksit Bharat and emerge as a truly developed, prosperous, and respected nation by 2047.

Samastha Loka Sukhino Bhavanthu

T V G Krishnan

( personal Views)

 

MPC at the Crossroads: Balancing Inflation, Growth and Currency Stability Amid Rising Uncertainties”

 MPC Faces a Delicate Balancing Act Amid Global and Domestic Uncertainties

While the Reserve Bank of India finds itself in a classic Catch-22 situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) faces an equally challenging decision on whether to alter policy rates. The task has become increasingly complex in view of geopolitical uncertainties, evolving domestic and global economic conditions, unpredictable movements in international commodity prices, and the uncertain stance of the U.S. Federal Reserve regarding future interest rate adjustments amid persistent inflationary pressures and moderate economic growth.

Weather-related concerns also add to the uncertainty, making it difficult to adopt an overly accommodative monetary stance. In such circumstances, containing inflation and keeping it comfortably within the prescribed 4–6 percent band remains an economic necessity. Recent increases in international crude oil prices, coupled with continuing geopolitical tensions and conflicts in Asia, have further heightened inflationary risks. Maintaining price stability is essential not only for economic growth but also for preserving broader economic and political stability.

The MPC's task might have been somewhat easier had the recent fuel price hike been avoided. Fuel prices have a cascading effect across the economy, influencing transportation, logistics, manufacturing, and ultimately the prices of goods and services. The increase has effectively added fuel to the inflationary fire and may encourage opportunistic price hikes under the pretext of rising fuel costs.

Alternative resource mobilisation measures could perhaps have been explored, including non-inflationary levies, calibrated borrowing, temporary deferment of certain expenditures, or greater mobilisation of resources from domestic and overseas investors, including Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs). Given the government's relatively comfortable financial position and the availability of multiple avenues for raising resources, a less inflationary approach may have been preferable.

With inflationary pressures intensifying, the MPC has little choice but to remain vigilant and ensure that inflation expectations remain anchored while sustaining the growth momentum. Considering India's comfortable foreign exchange reserves,  unstable household savings, positive market sentiment, and expectations of stable economic growth, the MPC may consider a cautious approach. At most, a modest increase of 25 basis points in the repo rate, while leaving other policy rates unchanged, could be contemplated if inflation risks continue to outweigh growth concerns.

At the same time, the Reserve Bank of India must continue exploring measures to strengthen the rupee and reduce external vulnerabilities. Greater efforts to channel the country's substantial gold holdings into productive economic use, encourage higher foreign remittance inflows, attract stable long-term capital, and reduce avoidable foreign exchange outflows could contribute meaningfully to strengthening the external sector and enhancing long-term economic resilience.

The challenge before policymakers is therefore not merely one of interest rate management, but of maintaining a delicate balance between inflation control, currency stability, economic growth, and investor confidence in an increasingly uncertain global environment.

T V G Krishnan

(personal Views)

A nation's True Report card lies in the quality of Every day Governance.

    Well done is better than well said.
Benjamin Franklin

The true measure of governance is reflected in the quality of life experienced by ordinary citizens every day and is not found merely in grand announcements, economic statistics, international rankings, or ambitious plans. For most people, governance is judged through practical realities: the condition of roads and public infrastructure, traffic management, affordability of essential goods, access to quality healthcare and education, personal safety, protection from fraud, and the responsiveness of public institutions. These everyday experiences constitute the real report card of a nation.

Economic growth, political stability, technological advancement, and global recognition are important achievements. Yet, when citizens continue to struggle with rising living costs, inadequate infrastructure, administrative inefficiencies, corruption, and financial fraud, the benefits of progress appear distant and unevenly distributed. Development acquires meaning only when it improves the daily lives of people.

India possesses abundant talent, resources, entrepreneurial energy, and technological capability. The challenge is not a lack of vision but the gap between policy formulation and effective implementation. The success of governance depends on efficient execution, accountability, continuous monitoring, and the ability to deliver tangible outcomes to citizens.

Equally important is the preservation of ethical standards in public and private life. When dishonesty, profiteering, and corruption become normalised, the moral foundations of society are weakened. Economic prosperity without integrity may create wealth, but it cannot build trust. Sustainable progress requires both material advancement and ethical responsibility.

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence offers significant opportunities to strengthen governance. Properly deployed, AI can improve public service delivery, enhance transparency, detect fraud, monitor infrastructure projects, and support evidence-based decision-making. However, its adoption must be guided by strong ethical safeguards, accountability, and human oversight to prevent misuse, misinformation, and growing inequalities.

The central question before policymakers is not whether the nation has sufficient ambition, but whether adequate attention is being paid to the aspects of governance that directly affect citizens' lives. Nations are strengthened not only by economic achievements but also by efficient administration, civic responsibility, ethical conduct, and public trust.

Periodic elections should therefore serve as an opportunity to assess governance in its broadest sense. Beyond economic indicators, citizens may evaluate how governance has contributed to improving food security, housing, healthcare, education, employment opportunities, social dignity, and overall well-being.

Comprehensive assessment of governance should also consider:

• Community safety and security.

• Social harmony and mutual respect among diverse communities.

• Trust in public institutions and the rule of law.

• Dignity and fairness in interactions between citizens and public authorities.

• Civic responsibility, including respect for public property, laws, and the environment.

• Inclusivity and equal opportunity for all sections of society.

• Transparency and accountability in public administration.

Good governance should do more than manage systems; it should inspire responsible citizenship and strengthen the social fabric. Transparent leadership encourages trust, fair policies promote social cohesion, and efficient public services enhance dignity and confidence among citizens. Along with it if justice system ensures and provides reliefs in terms of quick delivery of justice at affordable price

In the final analysis, a nation's strength is determined not merely by the size of its economy or the sophistication of its technology, but by the quality of life enjoyed by its people, the trust they place in their institutions, and the opportunities available to live with dignity, security, and hope. If all institutions, their employees, and citizens clearly understand their duties and responsibilities, and perform them sincerely in both letter and spirit, life can become far more fulfilling and rewarding. The quality of living can attain a near-heavenly experience on this blessed Earth. The economic, social, and human benefits that can flow from such collective responsibility and commitment are virtually limitless and beyond imagination. Civic and institutional responsibility, when practised with integrity and dedication, can transform a nation into a model of prosperity, harmony, and sustainable development.

"A good quality of life is the most meaningful objective worth pursuing, for it alone can bring lasting satisfaction, dignity, peace, and fulfillment."

That is the true report card of governance.

Samastha Loka Sukhino Bhavanthu.

T V G Krishnan

( personal views).

    

Strengthening the Rupee through India’s Real Economic Strength.

Why not have a different approach to strengthen the rupee?

The continued depreciation of the Indian Rupee raises an important and fundamental question. Can the currency of a nation possessing one of the world’s largest economies, massive gold holdings, huge foreign exchange reserves, vast natural and human resources, and one of the largest domestic markets continue to weaken indefinitely without serious concern and corrective policy action?

India is not a resource-poor country. Nor is it a weak economy lacking productive capacity or internal demand. The country possesses enormous economic resilience backed by:

• Estimated privately held gold reserves of nearly 35,000 tonnes,

• Large official foreign exchange reserves at around $690 billion

• A vast and expanding domestic market,

• Unlimited scope for expanding Tourism, Health sector, Higher Education and related infrastructure.

• Strong agricultural, industrial and service sectors,

• One of the world’s largest and youngest workforces,

• Significant overseas Indian savings and investments,

• Growing technological and entrepreneurial capabilities.

• Large presence of NRIs around the world and OCIs waiting for avenues and opportunities to be part and parcel of the Economy's fast growth dreaming its march towards the most advanced economy by 2047.

In such circumstances, persistent weakening of the rupee should not be viewed merely as a routine market phenomenon but as an issue requiring deeper policy intention and attention along with strategic economic management.

Gold Cannot Remain Economically Idle

India continues to import large quantities of gold by spending valuable foreign exchange, while simultaneously holding massive quantities of privately owned gold lying economically idle.

If gold cannot support the nation during periods of exchange-rate pressure, imported inflation and external uncertainty, the entire approach towards gold management requires serious rethinking.

The time has perhaps come to revisit the concept of a National Gold Policy with the objective of converting part of the country’s dormant gold wealth into productive financial strength.

A properly structured Gold Bank or strengthened Gold Monetisation framework can:

• Increase confidence in the rupee,

• Supplement foreign exchange stability mechanisms,

• Reduce pressure on external borrowing,

• Moderate imported inflation,

• Improve financial resilience during global instability.

• Incentivise earnings, inward remittances,and their retentions, and generation of wealth with built in awards and rewards.

Gold-backed financial instruments and sovereign guarantees can transform idle household assets into productive national strength without undermining public ownership.

Exchange Rate Stability is an Economic Necessity

A continuously depreciating currency affects every sector of the economy. It raises import costs, fuels inflation, increases business uncertainty and weakens purchasing power. While moderate exchange-rate flexibility may be necessary in a market economy, excessive and prolonged depreciation of the rupee can adversely affect economic confidence and long-term stability.

India therefore requires a more determined and strategic exchange-rate management approach based on:

• Strong reserve management,

• Better control over speculative flows,

• Productive deployment of national resources,

• Reduction in avoidable imports,

• Encouragement of stable long-term capital inflows,

• Forex Stabilisation Fund backed by Gold and dynamic need based policy approach .

The objective should not be artificial appreciation of the rupee, but prevention of disorderly and avoidable weakening inconsistent with the country’s economic fundamentals.

Mobilising NRI Foreign Exchange Resources

India’s overseas citizens represent an enormous source of economic strength and foreign exchange stability.

Many NRIs and OCI holders possess substantial foreign currency savings abroad. Special incentivised investment channels with exchange-rate protection, sovereign backing and attractive long-term returns can encourage larger inflows into productive sectors of the economy.

Such schemes can support:

• Infrastructure financing,

• Manufacturing growth,

• Technology development,

• Long-term capital formation,

• Strengthening of foreign exchange reserves,

• Vast expansion of agriculture, augmenting cash crops, vegetables and fruits, and related export related industries.

Confidence, transparency and policy stability are essential for attracting these resources.

Curbing Speculative and Illicit Forex Outflows

Persistent leakages through hawala transactions, round-tripping of funds even perhaps under Liberalised remittance scheme, under-invoicing and over-invoicing of trade, and misuse of remittance channels weaken the integrity of the financial system and place unnecessary pressure on the rupee. Proper recognition of Economic Patriotism and acute Business Acumen with Ethics can work wonders in bringing about the desired change in Foreign Exchange area.

Strong enforcement supported by technology, artificial intelligence, data analytics and coordinated regulatory oversight is essential to minimise such distortions.

Economic patriotism and financial discipline are as important as monetary policy in preserving currency stability.

Need for a Stronger Exchange Rate Stabilisation Mechanism

India may also revisit and strengthen the concept of an Exchange Rate Stabilisation Fund backed by sound reserve management and supported, where appropriate, by gold-linked instruments and long-term sovereign financial planning.

The rupee must reflect not merely short-term speculative market behaviour but the real strength, resilience and long-term potential of the Indian economy.

Conclusion

 A  nation possessing enormous gold reserves, substantial foreign exchange holdings, a vast domestic market, strong demographic advantage and growing economic capability should not reconcile itself to continuous weakening of its currency as an unavoidable reality. India possesses the resources, resilience and institutional capacity to build a stronger, more stable and globally respected Rupee through prudent economic management, disciplined governance, productive utilisation of national wealth and long-term strategic thinking.

With the liberal, diligent and intelligent use of Artificial Intelligence and advanced technology-driven systems in financial regulation, trade monitoring, exchange management, capital flow supervision and detection of irregular transactions, the country can significantly enhance its foreign exchange earning potential while simultaneously conserving and consolidating valuable foreign exchange resources. If supported by prudent and productive deployment of the nation’s gold reserves through carefully designed financial mechanisms, the present trend of Rupee depreciation can be substantially contained and stabilised in a manner beneficial to all stakeholders in the economy including industry, trade, investors, exporters, consumers and the common citizen.

The challenge before the nation is not the absence of strength, but the timely, wise and visionary mobilisation and utilisation of that strength in the larger national interest.

Loka Samastha Sukhino Bhavanthu.

TVG Krishnan

(personal Views )

( This article is published in Money Life dated 26th May 2026 under column The Economy).

  

 

   

Progress without Peace -The unfinished Journey of Humanity !

                            A civilisation at Cross Road- Between Dharma and Materialism 

                      "The very spring and root of honesty and virtue lie in good education. "

                                                                                       Plutarch Greek Philosopher. 

Where are we heading in this restless march towards material prosperity?

Where is Sanatana Dharma, where is Divinity, where is Humanity in this growing culture of money, power, greed and endless consumption?

Having lived nearly eight decades and witnessed the transformation of this country through years of struggle, sacrifice, simplicity, discipline and gradual progress, one cannot help but introspect with deep concern about the direction in which society is moving. The change is not merely economic or technological; it is civilisational, cultural and moral.

Science and technology were expected to enhance the quality of life, strengthen human relationships, reduce suffering and create a more peaceful and dignified society. Instead, despite unprecedented comforts and conveniences, the human mind appears more disturbed, impatient, insecure and dissatisfied than ever before. We have created abundance, yet peace is becoming scarce. We have built systems of communication, yet hearts are drifting apart. We have expanded knowledge, yet wisdom and restraint seem to be diminishing.

It appears as though humanity is seated before a magnificent feast into which, unknowingly, some poison has been mixed — the poison of greed, arrogance, selfishness, intolerance, moral indifference and uncontrolled desire. The tragedy is not merely that these tendencies exist, but that they are increasingly being normalised, celebrated and even projected as signs of success.

Sanatana Dharma never opposed prosperity or progress. It recognised worldly pursuits as part of life, but always under the guiding light of Dharma, self-discipline, compassion, truth and responsibility towards society and all living beings. Wealth without values becomes dangerous. Power without character becomes destructive. Freedom without self-restraint becomes chaos.

The greatest strength of this civilisation has never been military power or economic might alone. Its enduring strength has been its spiritual vision — the profound understanding that all existence is interconnected, that the same divine energy flows through all forms of life, and that humanity is one family. This spirit of coexistence, tolerance, non-violence, truth and accommodation made this civilisation unique and respected across the world.

Yet today, one sees increasing aggression in thought, speech and conduct; erosion of ethics in public and private life; growing insensitivity towards fellow beings; and a dangerous tendency to measure human worth only through wealth, status and influence. In the race to possess everything, mankind risks losing itself.

Still, despite all distortions and disturbances, the country continues to survive, progress and renew itself. This itself reflects the invisible strength of the Divine and the enduring foundation of Dharma deeply embedded in society. The patience, tolerance and resilience of ordinary people continue to hold the social fabric together even amidst enormous pressures and provocations.

The need of the hour is therefore not merely economic reforms or technological advancement, but moral and spiritual introspection. Humanity must pause and ask:

• Are we creating better human beings or merely smarter consumers?
• Are we strengthening civilisation or weakening its soul?
• Are we using knowledge to elevate life or merely to dominate and exploit?
• Are we leaving behind a world of harmony for future generations or a world of anxiety, conflict and emptiness?

True progress cannot be measured only by GDP, infrastructure or accumulation of wealth. Real progress lies in the quality of human conduct, purity of thought, compassion towards fellow beings, respect for truth, discipline in life and the ability to coexist peacefully with nature and society.

The world does not merely need more intelligent minds; it urgently needs awakened consciences.

Humanity can survive with dignity, peace and harmony only when it rediscovers and re-establishes the eternal values that sustained civilisation through centuries — Dharma, Truth, Compassion, Humility, Self-restraint and Reverence for Life. Material progress without moral and spiritual balance has created unprecedented wealth, but also deep unrest, anxiety, violence, greed and erosion of human sensitivity.

The crisis before mankind today is not merely economic, political or technological; it is fundamentally a crisis of values, character and consciousness. Education has increasingly become a means for earning a livelihood, but not for learning how to live wisely, ethically and responsibly. Societies are producing skilled minds, but not necessarily balanced human beings.

It is therefore time for governments, educational institutions, families, social organisations and spiritual institutions to seriously deliberate upon introducing value-based orientation as an essential component of human development. Humanity must consciously educate, train and inspire people in all walks of life about the meaning, qualities and benefits of a good and dharmic life. 

Children and youth should be taught not merely competition and acquisition, but also cooperation, discipline, honesty, compassion, duty, simplicity, respect for nature and responsibility towards society. Professional excellence without ethical grounding can become dangerous both for society and civilisation.

The essence of Dharmic life  should not just remain in books , speeches , and an empty  propaganda to gain brownee points . The true essence of a Dharmic life lies in daily, grounded practice rather than mere performative action. Living Dharma is about integrating ethical principles—such as Satya (truthfulness), Ahimsa (non-violence), and Seva (selfless service)—into one's everyday choices, interactions, and community work. SIMPLE LIVING, HIGH THINKING with very Noble Actions in Private and Public life make the society and the nation strong and pave the way for fast growth, equitable , all round economic and social welfare everywhere to the satisfaction of the body, mind and soul and enjoy the energy to the full extent.    

When philosophy translates into action, it shifts from empty rhetoric to meaningful impact, fostering both personal growth and a more compassionate society. It is about quiet integrity and taking responsibility for one's community rather than seeking public recognition.  It must  be widely circulated and practised through education systems, public discourse, community life, governance and workplace culture. Ethical conduct, integrity, social responsibility and humane values should receive due recognition and weightage even in career development and leadership evaluation. Nations that ignore moral foundations may achieve temporary prosperity, but cannot ensure lasting peace, stability and human happiness.

The future of civilisation depends not only on technological advancement, but on the capacity of human beings to live with wisdom, restraint, mutual respect and higher purpose. The need of the hour is not merely smarter humans, but nobler humans.

Otherwise, material prosperity without moral direction may ultimately weaken the very foundations upon which human civilisation stands.

Samastha Loka Sukhino Bhavanthu. May the Concept Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam be a reality in letter and spirit worth emulating and practising universally. 

T V G Krishnan

(Personal Views)