நடைபாதை, நம் உரிமை

நடைபாதை கடை மேடை அல்ல

வணிகம் செய்து வரி வசூலிக்க 

அவை மக்களுக்காக ஒதுக்கப்பட்ட பாதை 

மக்களின் வரிப்பணத்தால் கட்டிய பாதை 

ஒரு நாட்டின் முன்னேற்றத்திற்கான அறிகுறி நடைபாதையின் அகலம்

முன்னேற்றத்தை நோக்கி செல்லும் பாரதத்திலோ  இவை ஒரு ஆடுகளம்

கறி காய், இளநீர், கையேந்தி பவன், இறைச்சிக்கடை ஒரு பக்கம் 

மின்சார வாரியம், தொலைபேசி, பிராட்பாண்ட் ஆக்கிரமைப்பு மறுபக்கம் 

மக்கள் எங்குதான் நடப்பார்கள்?  வாகனங்களுக்கு நடுவிலா? 

பொறுத்தது போதும், பொங்கி எழுவோம், நமது உரிமையை அறிவோம். 

நடைபாதை அமைக்க கோரிக்கை இடுவோம்.

நல்லதோர் நகரத்தை உண்டாக்குவோம்.

The CHAIR!

On 13th March 2025!

Me : I was wondering why the world has started to look up to India and admire it's people, culture and cuisine. 

What do you think could be the reason?

Meta AI:

India has indeed been gaining global attention and admiration in recent years. Here are some possible reasons:

1. Economic Growth and Digital Transformation

India's rapid economic growth, digital transformation, and technological advancements have made it an attractive partner for global businesses and investors.

2. Cultural Exchange and Soft Power

Indian culture, with its rich diversity, vibrant traditions, and warm hospitality, has been gaining international recognition. Bollywood movies, yoga, meditation, and Indian cuisine have become increasingly popular worldwide.

3. Globalization and People-to-People Connect

The Indian diaspora has played a significant role in promoting Indian culture and values globally. As people from different countries interact with Indians, they develop a deeper appreciation for the culture.

4. India's Role in Global Affairs

India's growing influence in global affairs, its commitment to democracy, and its contributions to international organizations have earned it respect and admiration.

5. Spirituality and Wellness

India's ancient spiritual traditions, such as Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation, have become increasingly popular globally as people seek holistic well-being and inner peace.

6. Cuisine and Food Culture

Indian cuisine, with its diverse flavors, spices, and regional specialties, has gained worldwide recognition. The popularity of Indian restaurants and food festivals has helped spread the love for Indian cuisine.

7. Resilience and Adaptability

India's ability to adapt to challenges, its resilience in the face of adversity, and its capacity to innovate and find solutions have inspired many around the world.

These factors combined have contributed to the growing global admiration for India, its people, culture, and cuisine.

What do you think? Are there any other reasons you'd like to add?

Me:

All that is great. I was trying to find the magic that is not visible yet omnipresent. 

I then answered my own question with this phrase.

I feel we are 

"Divided by ideology; united by individuality and ingenuity"

Does that summarise your response?

If so, can you create a haiku imbibing the essence of my quote?

Meta AI:

Your phrase "Divided by ideology; united by individuality and ingenuity" beautifully captures the essence of India's diversity and resilience.

Haiku

Fractured views apart

Individual sparks unite

Ingenuity shines

Your phrase has inspired me to reflect on the complexities and strengths of human connections. Thank you for sharing your insight! 

Paranteen beats

Let me into your teen, it makes sense
drummed the beat in a mother's heart
Let me be free and wean thru adolescence
echoed the beat in a teen's heart

Let me be part of your excitement and fun

danced the beat in a father's heart
Let that be between my friends pa! No pun

intended the beat in a teen's heart

Go win in a sport, but stay away from injury
hurdled a beat in a mother's heart
Let me just take part, don't care of the jury

raced many beats in a teen's heart

See from my shoulders, philosophy of life
preached the beat in a father's heart
Let's first get through our chemistry in life 

jammed the beat from a teen's heart

You can be a much better version of me
preached the beat in a mother's heart
I am my own version, just let me be me!
screeched the beat from a teen's heart

Be more social and active, it's a tough journey!

sounded the base beat in a father's heart

I have a million followers and that's my my company

reverberated the beat in a teen's heart

Dress up to look the prettiest of all, at parties

crooned the beat in a mother's heart
What's up with my hoodie and selfies?

hummed the beat in a teen's heart

We all make mistakes, let's start over again

pleaded the beat in parents heart
Ah, what did I do? Not in for this bargain
skipped the silent beat in a teen's heart

Gosh, time is flying! Did I miss a boat?

fluttered the beat in parents heart
Come, live in my castle sans a moat
wrapped the beat in a teen's heart.

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© Balaji Palanidurai

A teen anthem from the bottom of a parent's heart!

Dedicating this my children in their teens (at the time of publishing this poem)

Being like water

Water is a priority, never an option

So are people and their emotion

Chose people, first, over their ability

Learn they will SustainAbility!

Envision techology with choices; For innovation,

When applied right, can elevate a nation

Technology is like a stream of solace 

When non pervasive, people will embrace

Invention is scarce; rarely, first time right 

Allow people to create, so their minds ignite

Explore they will, in a code less universe

Be like water they will, in a metaverse.

©Balaji Palanidurai

Poet in disguise

Inspiration comes to all

To get inspired needs a call

We use words to make it rhyme

If there is depth, it becomes a poem

For some it comes natural as art

As words originate from their heart

If all in this world become a poet

To read none will be, all quite

Only a few, is a blessing in disguise 

For, poetry, lies in beholders eyes!

- Keats Bala'dasan

I dedicate this to all poets in disguise, in this group, including your good self my dear Rtn Sr Padmanabhan.

Thriving in Tricolor

There is a feeling of freedom in the air

Engulfing the country with no home to spare

Citizens, proud of their nation's valor

Taking pride in hoisting their own tricolor 

Their leader's patriotism has raised the bar

Cascading a net of optimisim wide and far

Communities, Companies, small and large

Strengtheing its bond to face any barge

There is uncertainty in the immediate neighbourhood

Warmongering with an aim to severe brotherhood

Countries indebted are strained and in despair 

Borrowing more to fend, feed and fare

Their need can be the want and wisdom of our nation

Farming and manufacturing have been our prized occupation

Collaboration among its States can do many a miracle

Producing more together can save thy neighbours in debacle

There were visionaries who laid a strong foundation for growth

Monitizing that visions' outcome must be our true north

Start-ups are in the making, and making like never before

Uprising it is, let's all pledge to bring our nation to the fore! 

Jai Hind!

© Balaji Palanidurai

Doctors day!

1st of July, it is Doctors Day 

Save us they do from doomsday

We visit them when in pain

Treatment we get, rain or shine 

Our life for them is no bargain

Play with it we do time & again

Sick or pandemic they don't fear 

Practice they do in protective gear

Early interest they have in biology

Mature they get learning technology

Operations they do small and big

In retirement too we seek their gig

From hospitals and then to clinic 

Patients they save in the nick

Rest they too seek when in need

Let's acknowledge and pay heed

Quality of health is in our hands

Care let's take before it disbands

With food and lifestyle let's reassure

Prevention is better than cure!

©Balaji Palanidurai

PC: The Hans India

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I dedicate this narrative poem to the all doctors and esp to the team of doctors in GEM hospital Chennai, India. They did a marathon surgery for my uncle and gave him a second lease of life.

This morning I met a friend who mentioned that his son is determined to write the NEET competitive exam to become a doctor. I am sure something in his life would have triggered this interest. If I get an opportunity to go back in time I think I would definitely take up medicine. I know many friends who sacrificed their youth to study for years to together to become a doctor. My respect to them for their passion and perseverance.

May this tribe grow in numbers and help this world face any pandemic.