India, Post Fifty Days.
3rd January 2017
Mumbai – On 8th November 2016, India marked a revolutionary action by its Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi. It was a direct onslaught on illegal Black Money, Corruption and Terrorism . The action, known as Demonetisation proved to be a brave move by the existing government, which involved the cease of Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes as legal tenders. The 50 day deadline given by the Modi led government finally came to an end on 31st of December 2016. On Sunday, with the beginning of a fresh year, people finally overcame the demonetisation deadline.
However, the impact of demonetisation, which was termed as a “brave” move,on the common man swinged both ways. The common man of India had both, negative as well as positive reactions over the issue. Surprisingly, despite facing severe hardships for fifty odd days, the people of India welcomed the move by the government and some quoted it as a “masterstroke”
In talks with the common man, some actual opinions appeared out into reality.
Nitin Waghmare, Employee, Mumbai – ” I think now we Indians can actually start expecting Achhe Din”
Suhasini Raj, Teacher, Mumbai – “Although there is a lot of buzz out there about it, (demonetisation) I don’t think it is proving as effective as expected”
Nilesh Shah, Businessman, Mumbai – I can somehow actually feel that positive vibe out there, that this man (Narendra Modi) will do something (for the country)
Besides, the youth of the generation have shown full support to the demonetisation move. No doubt about the fact that since Modi government came into being, the youth have shown interest in politics more than ever before. The youth has actually started believing and following politicians. The educated and the highly practical youth in India, stand strong by Modi’s side as they witness someone actually working for the betterment of the country.
Now, when the country stands post the deadline, the pressure on banking system of the country has marked a considerable downfall towards the completion of fifty days. Banking activities have resumed back to normal and the pressure has eventually settled down. Now, when things are finally falling into place, the common man has only one question in mind, ” What will be his next move?”
