Punjab has been at the forefront of the green revolution. Its farmers provided succour to Indians and helped get away from the clutches of PL-480 wheat.By Vinod Rai
It withstood 400 years of the onslaught. It could have been Nadir Shah, the British or any other raider from abroad. It withstood all this with its honour unquestioned, its regality undiminished and its importance undiluted. On August 15, 1947, it got its pride of place in Indian history when the tri-colour was hoisted from its ramparts. It was cosy in its belief that in these last 70 years, its pride of place in the history of the nation will be indelible. It was rudely awakened. Did it ever expect that its own countrymen would besmirch its solemnity? It is not about a region, religion or language. It is about the symbol of the dignity of a nation. None can compete with its majesty, grandeur and awe-inspiring presence. Yes, it is the Red Fort, the pride of the nation. The Ramparts weep. They shed tears—each one of…
