Unemployment, farmer suicides, and politics of religion: Mukesh's emotional story | Indian System and Youth Crisis
Introduction:
In a vast and spiritual country like India, millions of people still live amidst unemployment, inflation, farmer suicides, corrupt politics, pollution, and a weak education system. Every election brings promises of millions of jobs, but in reality, lakhs of young people wander aimlessly even after earning their degrees. On the other hand, debt-ridden farmers, dependent on rain and crops, are losing their lives. This is the story of Mukesh, a bright and educated young man who, despite graduating from IIT, is struggling to find a job. His friends have gone abroad, but Mukesh is fighting his battle in this country. Meanwhile, politics in the name of religion, curfews in the city, farmer suicides, contaminated water, polluted air, and inflation – all combine to paint a picture of a major Indian crisis. This story is not in support of or against any religion or political party, but rather an emotional attempt to bring to light the real issues – education, health, employment, environment, and the failures of the system – that are preventing India from becoming a developed and truly educated nation. The change in Mukesh and Deepak's thinking, the pledge they take, and the responsibility of the common citizen – this is the true message of this story.
This is a story based on emotions and fiction, touching upon religion and the Indian crisis. In this story, we are not supporting or opposing any religion or political party. We are simply trying to highlight an Indian crisis that prevents India from becoming advanced and educated. It is because of our country's system that today's young and wealthy people are leaving the country. Mukesh was a brilliant IIT student who had been searching for a job for three years. His friends, who could afford it, went abroad. They felt that unemployment would persist in India and that they wouldn't find jobs here. They went to foreign countries in search of money and jobs. And Mukesh was still wandering around in India looking for work. Whenever elections come around, the government promises 20 million jobs, but in reality, they don't fulfill their promises. Year after year, 7 to 8 million young people become unemployed. Inflation and responsibilities crush their dreams. To run their households, even educated young men have to do manual labor, or they get involved in unethical activities to earn money. Consider a farmer. Due to untimely rains, his crops are ruined. He struggles alone with millions of rupees in debt. Preparing for the next crop and managing household responsibilities, he receives neither facilities, fertilizers, or seeds for his crops, nor is his loan waived. Government schemes remain only on paper. Even if they are implemented, only a very few people benefit. Driven to despair by debt, many farmers commit suicide. In 2023, 10,786 farmers committed suicide. There is also no proper system for education. In villages, there isn't even basic school infrastructure. School roofs collapse in some places, and walls fall down in others. In some places, there aren't even any teachers. The fees at private schools in the city are very high, making it difficult for ordinary people to educate their children. Seeing the state of the government schools, they are forced to take out loans to send their children to private schools, which leads to financial crises at home. Nowadays, education and courses have become far beyond the reach of the common man. Many parents can't even afford to educate their children, and the consequences of taking out loans for education sometimes lead to suicide. Something similar was happening with Mukesh. His father had accumulated a huge debt to educate him. He thought that once Mukesh got a job, the debt would be paid off. But despite many attempts, Mukesh couldn't find a job. And Mukesh's father didn't want him to become a laborer like himself. He hadn't spent so much money on his education just for him to become a laborer. Mukesh had a good friend named Deepak. He was associated with a political party and earned a decent amount of money, which allowed his family to live comfortably. One day, he was giving a speech on religion to further his political career. After hearing the speech, people started fighting over each other's religions. The situation quickly escalated, and a curfew had to be imposed in the city. Mukesh had an interview that day, which was canceled due to the curfew. His job opportunity was also lost. He was sleeping on the roof that night, looking at the sky and wondering, "Will I ever get a job?" He was saddened by his helplessness and wanted to shout out loud, "Even today, there are so many important issues in this country, yet people are fighting over religion! But who will hear my voice amidst all this noise? Who will understand the needs of the people? Even today, we curse our history, and we lag behind in building our future. They say our country is developing. It has been developing for 75 years; when will it become developed? In the name of development, we have cleared all the mountains and forests." The air and water have been polluted. Even on the path of development, people are not getting jobs. There are a huge number of unemployed people every day. And inflation is reaching its peak. Those who can afford it are going to foreign countries. Some people here, in their pursuit of making money, adulterate everything. Politics here is only based on religion. Nobody is concerned with the real truth, neither the media nor any political party. Nobody thinks about basic necessities or approaches things scientifically. Nobody cares, and there isn't even clean air to breathe. People are developing asthma and lung cancer. And yet, in the name of progress, trees and forests are being cleared. There isn't even clean water to drink. The water in rivers and canals has become polluted. Chemicals released by factories are mixing with it, which is why clean drinking water is unavailable. And food and beverages are being adulterated. Therefore, no concrete steps are being taken to stop this.For the common man, it seems death and disease are waiting around every corner. There's no clean air, no clean water, and no food to eat. Is the common man here only to die? Isn't it time we understood everything scientifically and moved forward? How long will we continue to reject a scientific approach because of religion? And anyway, in this country, rivers, mountains, and trees are all worshipped, yet they are being polluted and destroyed. Where are we protecting religion then? Or is religion confined only to temples? Not in our actions and responsibilities? We too should honestly fulfill our responsibilities towards this country. And we should make this country an educated nation. Every child should receive an education. Things can be easily understood through education. Education and healthcare are where the most money is spent. And people are busy fulfilling their daily needs, neglecting their responsibilities towards the country. If everything were systematic, every person could contribute to the country's progress. Yet, today's educated and young generation bears the greater responsibility to understand issues like the environment and unemployment. They should prioritize health, education, and employment in every matter. They should follow all the country's rules and protect the country's heritage. When Mukesh learns that the fighting and curfew related to religion were caused by his friend Deepak's speech, he is saddened. Even an educated young man like Deepak is engaging in religious politics. He too is failing to understand serious issues and needs. I need to talk to Deepak. He is an influential leader. People listen to him and take his words seriously. Mukesh talks to Deepak and explains to him that he should educate people about basic necessities like clean water, clean air, pure food and drink, and address problems like unemployment. No country progresses in the name of religion. Progress is achieved through a scientific approach. And all citizens should fulfill their responsibilities diligently. The development of any country is also due to the efforts of its citizens. They follow all the rules. Leaders and the public work together, keeping in mind the needs of the common people. They don't pursue their personal interests. They put their country first and understand the value of every life. Mukesh and Deepak move forward together on this path and pledge to create a new society where everyone has employment, where the environment is given special importance, and where people's health is a priority. A place where everyone can breathe fresh air, have access to clean water, and eat unadulterated food. A place where the environment is not harmed in the name of progress. Where all ancient artifacts and heritage sites are preserved. And this will only be possible when every person is educated.
FAQ:
Q1. What is this story about?
This story is an emotional and social-realist fiction based on real social issues in India, such as rising unemployment, farmer suicides, inflation, religious politics, a flawed education system, and pollution. It depicts the harsh realities of the system through the struggles of an educated young man named Mukesh.
Q2. Is this story for or against any religion or political party?
No. The story does not aim to support or oppose any religion, party, or ideology. It simply shows that when religion and politics are given more importance than real issues – such as jobs, education, health, the farmers' crisis, and the environment – the life of the common man becomes even more difficult.
Q3. What is the main message of the story?
The main message of the story is that a country progresses not on the basis of religion, but on the strength of a scientific approach, education, aware citizens, and an honest system. Every citizen has a responsibility to question the system, follow the rules, protect the environment, and prioritize real issues – clean water, clean air, pure food, employment, and quality education.
Q4. What do the characters of Mukesh and Deepak represent?
Mukesh symbolizes the educated Indian youth who wants to progress through hard work and education but is struggling with the flaws of the system and unemployment. Deepak represents the educated youth who loses his potential in the politics of religion. Later, when Deepak starts speaking out on real issues after being influenced by Mukesh, it shows that if the mindset changes, the younger generation can truly transform the country.
Q5. What kind of story is this – thriller, romance, motivational, or something else?
This story is primarily social-realist, emotional, and motivational fiction. It does not contain thriller or romance elements, but rather depicts real-life problems, struggles, awareness, and hope for change.
Q6. What can the reader learn from this story?
The reader can understand that:
Instead of just expecting things from the government, every citizen must fulfill their own responsibilities. It's crucial to move beyond the politics of religion, caste, and hatred, and focus on issues like education, healthcare, employment, and the environment.
If the younger generation truly becomes aware and embraces science and reason, the direction of the country can be changed.
Development doesn't just mean buildings and roads, but also healthy citizens, a clean environment, and a just system.