Week 24: Thoughts On Nepal
Note: I wrote this on my personal Facebook
Many people questioned my motive to carry out my internship in Nepal - post earthquake. Many of whom were my close friends and family. I had expressed the sadness that my country felt during the earthquake and how it had affected many life and create hardship amongst the youth who have gone through a traumatic exposure their whole developing lives; Maoist insurgency, political instability, earthquake, blockade and fake promises from politicians that have little experience in dealing with priorities.
Many people questioned my motive to carry out my internship in Nepal - post earthquake. Many of whom were my close friends and family. I had expressed the sadness that my country felt during the earthquake and how it had affected many life and create hardship amongst the youth who have gone through a traumatic exposure their whole developing lives; Maoist insurgency, political instability, earthquake, blockade and fake promises from politicians that have little experience in dealing with priorities.
I'm not writing this to feel sorry for state of this beautiful nation.
Rather let's be optimistic because that seems to be the only thing fueling the population right now. There is no blockade and supply are
swiftly coming back to normal. Disagreements with our economic giants
are coming towards mutual understanding and support. Many people are
laughing off this sequences of unfortunate events.
But let me be realistic, youths of today are scared for the future of tomorrow. While many countries across the world have it worse than us it's careless and embarrassing to consider the greed of politicians in this country. Shaking hands with foreign delegates will only boost there ego while on the ground level 27 million people are lacking basic necessities to survive. We should not be hiding behind our smiles and making small talks about the situation, it is not a joke. Maybe it's the people that needs to change, their mindset, their outlook and their needs.
But if you have read this far let me tell you. Firstly thank you for taking your time to hear what I have to say. Secondly, I hope this gives you a better understanding of what the current situation is like in my country. And lastly, Nepal is beautiful, I have been fortunate to be surrounded by such positivity and mentors who fueled me passed the frustration. From climbing mountains to riding elephants, Nepal has offered me opportunities and unforgettable conversation with elders and youths.
I would also like to invite you to my fascinating country and I will promise you will leave happier than what you initially expected.
But let me be realistic, youths of today are scared for the future of tomorrow. While many countries across the world have it worse than us it's careless and embarrassing to consider the greed of politicians in this country. Shaking hands with foreign delegates will only boost there ego while on the ground level 27 million people are lacking basic necessities to survive. We should not be hiding behind our smiles and making small talks about the situation, it is not a joke. Maybe it's the people that needs to change, their mindset, their outlook and their needs.
But if you have read this far let me tell you. Firstly thank you for taking your time to hear what I have to say. Secondly, I hope this gives you a better understanding of what the current situation is like in my country. And lastly, Nepal is beautiful, I have been fortunate to be surrounded by such positivity and mentors who fueled me passed the frustration. From climbing mountains to riding elephants, Nepal has offered me opportunities and unforgettable conversation with elders and youths.
I would also like to invite you to my fascinating country and I will promise you will leave happier than what you initially expected.
