He was about 24
years of age when he got selected to his first job. But the process of reaching
his destination involved a change of 3 Trains. As he stood on the Platform
ready to board the second train, he felt threatened by the huge crowd gathered.
No sooner the train halted those in - were pushing themselves out, while those
on the platform were desperate to get in. The interesting observation he made
was when he noticed those who arrived last were desperately attempting to
cajole those on board to squeeze a bit, if only to get a toe hold, but once they
got in the same individual would refrain from allowing another to board
shouting that the train was full and they need to board the next. 
Sadly this is
the situation in all aspects of our life. Mangroves and Forests have been
felled to make way for high rises, and once these self-righteous individuals
have their dwellings confirmed, they hold placards against the destruction of
these very mangroves and forests, as it disturbs their view of the greens.
Why cannot we be
more humane, and help them find alternatives in the neighbourhood, rather than
in remote areas where civilisation is yet to be established.
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