Is India ready for the big league?

Oflate, India has been in the news for a number of positive reasons… which does give an image of we having reached a position of importance in the global scheme of thigns. On top of it, it is very encouraging to get outsiders (non-Indians) realize the potential for India to get into the big league. However, one needs to note that economic growth, scientific advancement through space missions or nuclear deal and international involvement as in the UN peacekeeping missions or the anti-piracy mechanism are not the only parameters to judge India’s candidacy. Are we really there??

Unfortuntely, we are very close to that coveted slot… and yet we are far away from it. The ecosystem within India has to favor such a move since with the position comes a whole lot of international responsibility and the challenge of sustainability. I must highlight the urgent need for India to focus on basic issues that still continue to seek attention of our policymakers without much success – education, healthcare and public utilities (infrastructure). The sustainability of a nation depends purely on its masses and the state they are in! This is where, education and healthcare are of prime importance as has been seen in the journey of the developed world.

Unless, we make sincere efforts and resolve these issues, we are not in a position to seek a position in the big league and more importantly, retain it in the long-term. But yes, while I might be sounding “pessimistic” on the whole prospects thing, I do earnestly hope that we reach there… and undoubtedly, this journey isn’t unachievable… we have the wherewithals to tackle these challenges – only thing needed is determination and a renewed thrust to address these!