Editor,
In response to Albert Thyrniang’s rejoinder on the ‘hearsay’ letter, I, once again vehemently stress on the point that false accusations and allegations against any person or body of persons and especially any generalizations made in particular are erroneous. The accusations should be more specific and supported by proof or evidence. With reference to job recruitments in the MPSC, I would like to state that the present recruitment is based purely on how much the candidates have scored in the Written Examination since 87.5% is taken from the written examination and only 12.5% is taken from the personal Interview. So if candidates have performed well in the written examination then they will easily sail through.
The marks secured by candidates in the written examination are kept strictly confidential and there is no chance of manipulation at any stage. Everything is based purely on merit as recruitment of suitable persons is of utmost importance. If a candidate is certain that he has scored well in the written examination but has not got the job then he can file a representation under the Right to Information Act.
It is so easy to say that he has failed in the personal interview because he was asked to pay a certain amount but he couldn’t afford it. He’s just an immature self-absorbed person who is trying to blame the system without having put his best foot forward. If there are recruits who claim that they have borrowed money to secure a government job, then they should be called cowards for not coming out in the open to name those they have paid bribes to. I feel that they are equally guilty for not doing so. What about those youths who have succeeded purely on merit? Shouldn’t they be applauded for having faith in the system and putting all their hard work and efforts into clearing the written examination? What I am trying to emphasise is that insensitive generalizations are uncalled for and reflect on the character of the person making the unfounded accusations.
The main reason why I retained my anonymity was to present a general unbiased opinion but since it seems to have created an uproar, I would like to state that I am currently a member of the MPSC and have been here for over four years and we have been trying very hard to cleanse the system and to redeem its tarnished image. I also proudly declare that I come from a family where moral values have been deeply ingrained in us by our parents to develop our character to be persons of integrity. My husband, who is at present a member of the Rajya Sabha, and I try equally hard to make sure that our children and grandchildren are embedded with these beliefs and ideals. Whatever my children have successfully achieved in their life and careers have been purely on merit and by God’s grace and not because of having any political affiliations.
Honesty, truth and decency all link together and with these values we can improve our families, communities and our society. Integrity is the seed for achievement. It is the principle that never fails. Never judge someone’s character based on the words of another. Instead, study the motives behind the words of the person making unfounded allegations. Making accusations and condemning someone without actually knowing all the facts is a tactic of abuse used as a ‘guilt trip.’ Therefore, it would be wise to say that, in future, pointing fingers at any one or at any group of persons is unacceptable.
The only solution in such circumstances would be to file a defamation suit against such persons but that would be the last option out of respect for your position as a columnist with a religious background.
Yours etc.,
Corina Lyngdoh,
Shillong-3
Pathetic road condition
Editor,
Through your esteemed newspaper I would like to highlight the plight of the road a few metres away from Dobasipara Petrol Station leading to Tura-Dalu national highway-51. This short stretch has remained incomplete for the last 3 years and has been left in the same pathetic condition with no signs of completion in the coming days. The said stretch has become a nightmare with all the bumpy tracks and unevenness. Add to that the dust that spirals out from all the vehicles plying daily on this road. The condition of the same road during rainy seasons is even worse to maneuver for 2- wheeler drivers due to heavy trucks and dumpers plying daily making it slippery and dangerous. I request the concerned Department and the Union Transport Ministry to kindly speed up the process of levelling and black topping the stretch as it has already been three years with no sign of work taking place. The people from this area feel neglected due to the prolonged delay in completion of the roads.
Yours etc.,
Jordan Ch. Marak,
Via email
Well done Meghalaya!
Editor,
The just concluded North East Olympic Games (NEOG) has brought glory to the state. The different venues and the infrastructure were of national standard. Through the NEOG our sportspersons have come to know where they stand. Besides, all the top people in sports administration were here from all the states of North East India and the rest of the country too as officials and coaches. They were also keen on bringing more national events to Meghalaya. The State Government and Meghalaya Olympic Association should cash in on this feel-good factor and push their agenda forward.
There were small hiccups here and there but the end result was excellent!
I congratulate the State Government and the Meghalaya Olympic Association for bringing the NEOG to Shillong and organizing it in such a professional manner.
Yours etc.,
Ajay Gupta,
Via email