Editor,
Through your esteemed daily, I would like to bring to the concerned organization that the recruitment of the Meghalaya Legislative Research Fellowship that was hosted by the Bharti Institute of Public Policy of the Indian School of Business, was held through Zoom Meetings by way of a group discussion on the October 25 and 26. Some of the shortlisted candidates for the same at the time of the said group discussion however, faced connectivity issues and therefore were not able to take part in the same, while others dealt with other technical issues with the application itself. Upon approaching the hosts of the said recruitment by email or calls for rescheduling of the group discussions, the candidates were met with no reply whatsoever to their queries, nor were they even informed if the recruiters have decided to move on with the other candidates who were able to connect. It is without doubt, frustrating to deal with technical issues at such an important event, but to be met with silence to any queries is even more demoralising.
I therefore request the relevant department to look into the matter so that all shortlisted candidates for the Fellowship get a fair chance at qualifying for the same.
Yours etc.,
Name withheld on request,
Via email
Unfair means in written test of Agriculture Dept
Editor,
It was beyond any stretch of imagination to see on social media that on October 7 last when there was a written test for the gazetted posts in the Department of Agriculture, Govt of Meghalaya, that in one of the centres in Garo Hills some aspiring candidates were shown to have breached the fair means in writing an exam by adopting questionable methods. Contrastingly, candidates appearing in Shillong centres were reported to have undergone scrupulous rigidities where they were not allowed to carry any of their personal effects, besides being physically checked to ensure that their pens, pencil, watches etc., were all metal screened before entering the exam halls.
I’m afraid that if the fore-going social media revelation is factually true, then without going to technicalities of contention it is for the powers that be to investigate this media exposure and to set things right so as to ensure that meritorious candidates are not denied their fundamental rights.
Your etc.,
Jerome K. Diengdoh,
Via email
Tribute to our leaders
Editor,
There are many leaders who have contributed to the freedom and development of our great nation. We observe their death anniversary by enjoying a holiday and a small function at the district or state level attended by a few officials. The majority of people do not know the role that these leaders have played to gain freedom and development of our country.
Some years ago after the holiday for ‘Labour Corps Day,’ I asked the students to say something about the significance of the day. I was not surprised that most of them did not know about the importance of the day and the reason for observing that day as a holiday. October 25, was the death anniversary of late Capt. Williamson A Sangma but if we ask the students about his leadership and contribution for the nation and Meghalaya many of them will be blank. This is true for most of the holidays given in India, as we do not give an opportunity for the students to have an insight into the event or personalities.
A question that arises in my mind is whether it is fitting to declare holidays to celebrate and commemorate the death anniversary of important leaders and events of our nation. The leaders worked tirelessly for the development of the society but we revere them by enjoying a holiday and not contributing our mite for the growth of the society. Is there not a better way to remember and pay homage to them in schools, departments and offices by rededicating our commitment and pledge to contribute more for the growth of humanity? We adults should be responsible in rooting out corruption and follow the ethics of hard work, tolerance and dedication, which were the hallmarks of our great icons.
‘Catch them young’, goes the saying. The greatness and contribution of our leaders and importance of some events and festivals will be forgotten by the future generation, unless we impart knowledge and convey the meaning of events to school children. The best way to pay tribute to their memories is by following their ideals. On the day we observe their memory, special events have to be conducted and made known to them so that children learn of the contribution of our national and state icons and have an inclination to follow the high ethics, moral values and the sacrifices they have made. Time to think of our priorities and work ethics. In my opinion declaring a holiday to honour great men/women is not the best option!
Yours etc.,
Bro.K.J.Jose
Director, Montfort
Centre for Education,
Tura
Clean gas technology
Editor,
India’s over-dependence on fossil fuels makes it imperative to develop and sell zero or negative-carbon footprint products. Such an energy transition includes solar, wind, batteries, power electronics and the latest one green hydrogen. Green hydrogen (GH) is a non-fossil fuel based clean gas that can substitute fossil fuels. India has ample opportunity to GH use and production.
In such a scenario, India needs to establish itself as a GH hub. Policy must be formulated to create demand for GH. A lot of things need to be taken into account for the setting up of the GH industry. There must be integration of GH with the existing industries. GH purchase must be made compulsory for industries. Decarbonisation of other sectors must happen in tandem.
There must be provision for domestic manufacturing of GH. Indigenous manufacturing of parts of the supply chain must be promoted. This will make the country self-reliant in GH manufacturing. It will also create job opportunities, thereby decreasing unemployment. Electricity needed for GH manufacturing could be used from renewable energy. As handling and transportation of GH are difficult, plans must be devised for this. As there is need for the collaboration of different ministries, public undertakings and other stakeholders for the adoption of GH, all of them need to cohesively function together. In such a scenario, there is every likelihood that India will emerge as a global hub of GH. It will enable India to deal with climate change effectively. As climate change is a global problem, any attempts to mitigate it are considered welfare measures for humanity. If India succeeds in properly channelizing its efforts in the GH transition, it will definitely become a global economic leader.
Yours etc.,
Venu, GS,
Kollam