Fwd: About Calling Campaign and My concerns from Delhi In-fighting

[Falguni Patadia]

Dear AAP NC Members,

 I am forwarding to you my email about the calling campaign that I wrote to some of the top AAP leaders on March 21, 2015. Please excuse me if this is a repeat.

 I sent it to AAP top leaders because some AAP social media people started an effort to discredit #UnitedAAP efforts of volunteers. Another curious piece of mischievous reporting appeared in Times of India. And we rebutted that too (ttps://aamjanata.com/aap-nc-meeting-fact-fiction/) AND I communicated about it in my email below. This link has details about the calling campaign, 27 informal meeting of NC members among other things.

Today I forward my email  to all of you because, once again,  rumors are being spread. So, I urge you all to take a moment and read my email attached below and check out the links therein.

Also, for reference, I have posted all my emails to AAP leadership and NC members on :
http://myletterstoaap.blogspot.com/

It is really sad to see what some AAP leaders are doing. Do we have any no clue how many volunteers are being ridiculed by family and friends? How many of them are depressed and some are actually on medication ? Thank you Delhi leadership for returning such favors.

I Still believe Satyameva Jayate!  No matter how many scripts we write and enact,  truth will prevail ! 

I Appeal you once again to Please attend the meeting on 28 March in Delhi (venue still undecided in my knowledge). If you are available, please meet with your fellow NC members informally on 27 March.  I hear that the informal meet will be at YMCA (near Jantar Mantar). Please contact Dr Rakesh Parikh's  number  (from his Facebook): 91-9950658647.

Please place the nation's interest and future before anything else when you make decisions. 

Falguni 

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From: Falguni Patadia <falguni...@gmail.com>
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2015
Subject: About Calling Campaign and My concerns from Delhi In-fighting
To: Arvind Kejriwal <parivar...@gmail.com>, Manish Sisodia <msis...@gmail.com>, "yogendr...@gmail.com" <yogendr...@gmail.com>, Prashant Bhushan <prasha...@gmail.com>, Lara Ramdas <lra...@gmail.com>, Medha Patkar <medha....@gmail.com>, Alok Agarwal <alo...@gmail.com>, ati...@gmail.com, Anand Kumar <anand...@hotmail.com>, Rakesh Sinha <rks...@gmail.com>, Meera Sanyal <meera...@gmail.com>, "unit...@gmail.com" <unit...@gmail.com>, "Dr.kumar Vishvas" <kumarv...@gmail.com>, Mayank Gandhi <mayankg...@gmail.com>, Gul Panag <gulp...@gmail.com>, "dvgand...@yahoo.com" <dvgand...@yahoo.com>, Gopal Rai <gopalr...@gmail.com>

Dear All,

With respect to GlobalAAP Volunteers participating in UnitedAAP's calling campaign, I would like to bring few things to your attention please :

1. We admire, recognize and highly appreciate ALL the top Leaders of AAP. We have a great appreciation of the commitment and sacrifices of these leaders. They have played key roles in bringing AAP where it is today.
2. We DO NOT have an iota of doubt about their integrity, intentions and capability to deliver the promises made to Delhi. Promises will be delivered. No doubt whatsoever. 
3. We are NOT against anyone. We still stand by you - all of you top leaders. We are NOT calling FOR or AGAINST Anyone! We are calling to save AAP's future.
4. Therefore, we are seeking a #UnitedAAP - this movement needs all of you and us. 

If someone is telling you that AAP volunteers are calling to gain support for/against person X or Y or Z - it is a plain lie that will stand exposed if need be.

So, why are we calling NC members ? आखिर क्यों ?

1. What unraveled after 26 February 2015 was shocking, angering and discouraging
2. Global Volunteer Chapters wrote a letter to AAP appealing them to stay United!  Many chapters wrote individual letters too.
3. NOBODY even acknowledged the receipt of these letters. We have no  clue if anyone even read them. 
4. Nobody from AAP communicated with us to allow us to know what was going on. 
5. There was nobody to get our questions and concerns addressed
6. Note that there existed the quickest possible turn-around time up until the in-fighting unfolded.
7. Volunteers started the "Ghanti Bajao" campaign to reach out to NE members in a desperate effort to convey our message to stay United and to appeal  for a #UnitedAAP
8. That effort went in vain. 
9. Decision to oust 2 members was made on 4 March 2014 and till date there is NO communication from AAP leadership to volunteers, their letters, concerns and appeals.
10. Yes, there was an official statement from those leaders in whom we have lost faith. That official statement was indeed without substance and did not say anything different from what was in media. It did not answer our questions / concerns.

Starting from 26 Feb 2015, in the midst of tweets, and news and unreasonable press conference, conspicuous silence of the National Convenor of AAP, the abandonment of a sinking ship by the captain of the ship himself, ousting of 2 PAC members, withholding of NC members information, no communication and no answers,  etc etc etc., the volunteers who cared about the movement called AAP, were left with no option other than (a) calling and emailing NC council members and (b) appealing NC members to work with highest conscience towards a #UNITEDAAP and towards finding solutions that can help restore the core principles of the AAP.  I believe that THIS is the need of the hour so that what just happened in Delhi DOES NOT REPEAT. If we fail to do that, we shall fail to reach our goal.

I personally think that Volunteers and supporters of AAP have acted in a much more mature way by opting to talk to NC members and not draw conclusions by relying on news, media or social media etc.

I request you to please take the time to see what is unitedaap.org and what does it stands for? 

There was an effort to malign our calling campaign through mischievous reporting by TOI and we rebutted as below:

https://aamjanata.com/aap-nc-meeting-fact-fiction/

Those from outside or inside, trying to malign honest and true efforts to Unite AAP will be exposed for they are against Truth, Honesty and Transparency. Finding and exposing those people is not our goal; that can be done if and when required. Our goal is to achieve a United AAP and find solutions to problems that have surfaced !

We are your family. We are NOT against you. Please let us help you to build a stronger and sustainable AAP.

I sincerely hope that AAP leadership and NC members listen to our voice and take corrective measures in nation's interest to save this movement.

Dear Arvind, if you had only come out and said "my dear family, winning Delhi was imperative. I'm sure you understand. We could not take a chance. Some things were probably not done the way we all wanted to but here on, I promise to work with you on building a stronger, transparent, honest, accountable and united AAP. Here is the plan - chip in! " - Trust me, we would've understood. We would've laid our life for AAP. 

Today, I ask where is my leader? Am I on the right path?

Dear AAP leaders, Choices will be made after 28 March - please take serious note of that. Some will silently retreat with a killed hope. It will take couple of decades for people to trust any political party again !!! Please take time to read what is clearly written on the wall! Please don't fail us and the nation's hope.

Satyameva Jataye!

Falguni 

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[Falguni Patadia]

Thanks to everyone who replied to Atul. I salute your spirit, dedication and commitment to work towards restoring and implementing the core principles within AAP! 

I am a volunteer and I am striving to achieve the same through my volunteering spirit. Like many, I also supported AAP because of the values they promised to India. The alternate clean politics they promised to India. WHAT EXACTLY is the hesitation in implementing the Promised values within the party? WHY NOT ???

 Who knows better than NRI's that it is the "SYSTEM" in developed nations that makes everyone accountable - be it common man or the biggest leaders.  I resonated with the values that AAP offered because I have lived and experienced a system/country which is accountable and where rules and regulations are strictly enforced. A system in which an average "aam aadmi" can live a decent life. A system that actually works for the "aam aadmi" and any level of corruption doesn't touch their day to day life.

We should not be deterred by personal attacks. Ironically, AK has taught me that people will make personal attacks when they have nothing else to do. But if we are working towards a greater cause, we have to brush that aside and keep working - I think AK said, Anna gave him that advice!

Thank you Raj, James, Gangan and everyone on ground working to restore party principles !! Please guide us and let us know how we can be help.

Satyameva Jayate!!

Falguni 

On Thu, Mar 26, 2015 at 7:03 AM, Atul Anand <atul...@gmail.com> wrote:

Dear Falguni,

In interest of full disclosure, have you introduced yourself to any of these national council members or even this AAPGlobal group.

1. Who are you.

2. Who made you represent Global NRIs.

3. When were you added to this aapglobal group.

4. First reference I find in AAPGlobal group for your name is on Feb 26th. Where were you before that?

5. You have been accusing some aap leaders every now and then, why souldnt anyone think you are here to serve vested interests whipping up sentiments and serving interests of this Dr Rakesh Parikh, a known AVAM sympathizer.

I really find it amazing none of this group members have time to think where she has shown up from all of a sudden and started represeting NRIs. Seriously folks? None of us had calibre to represent this UnitedAAP thing ourselves that you had to bring in an outsider? Stop for a second. Think. You are being taken for a ride by vested interests.

Regards,
Atul Anand.

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[Sujoy Lahiri]

Reply to Atul's mail. In case you want to know who I am I am an Aam Aadmi for whom AAP was made and that's my first and last identity.

On Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 7:03:27 AM UTC-4, atulanand wrote:

Dear Falguni,

In interest of full disclosure, have you introduced yourself to any of these national council members or even this AAPGlobal group.

1. Who are you.

Ans: when from is it a rule of the AAP members to introduce their background while writing emails or posting in their group? Why does it matter who Falguni is? Is not being a fellow Indian a good enough criteria? Why Aam Aadmi Party needs to be a Khas Aadmi where a person needs to say "who is he/she"? 

 

2. Who made you represent Global NRIs.

Ans: The subject of Falguni's mail clearly states "My concern" so its her own concern, which is supported by many as you have realized by now. She never claimed she is representing Global NRI. 

 

3. When were you added to this aapglobal group.

Ans: Let's say its Feb 26th. "So bloody what?" Does that make her a less Aam Aadmi than the moderator and admin of this group?

4. First reference I find in AAPGlobal group for your name is on Feb 26th. Where were you before that?

Ans: Why on earth do you want to know where was she before? If she was in Hariyana or Honolulu how does that make her a more or less Aam Aadmi?

5. You have been accusing some aap leaders every now and then, why souldnt anyone think you are here to serve vested interests whipping up sentiments and serving interests of this Dr Rakesh Parikh, a known AVAM sympathizer.

Ans: Through out her letter she has expressed her faith on the AAP leaders, their honesty and moral integrity. All she has done is pleading them to stay united. If you call it serving vested interest then words fail me to describe your ignorance, bias and foolishness. 

I really find it amazing none of this group members have time to think where she has shown up from all of a sudden and started represeting NRIs. Seriously folks? None of us had calibre to represent this UnitedAAP thing ourselves that you had to bring in an outsider? Stop for a second. Think. You are being taken for a ride by vested interests.

AAP was made for the antim insaan and not for a bunch of people within a closed circle. While asking for donation we never asked anyone to show their identity and shamelessly asked for their time and money. I wonder where were you Atul with all of your wisdom two months ago where we were desperate in taking help in any form, from anybody, even without any identify. You fit perfectly to this new face of AAP. All the best.

From a nobody !!

 

Regards,
Atul Anand.

On Mar 26, 2015 4:11 AM, "Falguni Patadia" <falguni...@gmail.com> wrote:

[Falguni Patadia]

Sujoy thank you! Yes, Mei Hu Aam Aadmi !  AAP had invited me in nation's interest, for giving India alternate clean politics, for cleaning the current political system and to bring transparency and accountability !

राष्ट्रीय परिषद के सदस्यों से मेरी अंतिम अपील :

• जिन सिद्धांतो पर हमने ये पार्टी बनाई थी उसको बनाये रखने के लिए अपने विवेक से निर्णय ले
  
• भारत वर्ष के भविष्य का निर्णय आप के हाथ में है।  किसी भी व्यक्ति विशेष के बारे में न सोच कर, केवल देश के हित  में निर्णय ले | 
• सिर्फ एक बार ये ज़रूर याद कर ले की हम सबने इस पार्टी का समर्थन क्यों किया था ?
• कैसा इतिहास रचना है ये सिर्फ आप के हाथ में है अब !

जय हिन्द !!

एक आम आदमी 

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My Last Appeal To National Council Members:

• Please use your prudence to uphold the principles on which the party was founded
• The decision about the future of India is in your hands. Not thinking about any individual, only decide in the best interest of the country.
• Please be sure to remember atleast once, why we all supported the party?
• Creating history is only in your hands now!

Jai Hind!

One Aam Aadmi

On Fri, Mar 27, 2015 at 4:43 PM, Gagan Rana <gagan...@gmail.com> wrote:

Atul - You got the answers below....  bahut badiya Sujoy bhai.

एक अंतिम बात

प्रिय राष्ट्रीय परिषद के सदस्यों जो भारत और एएपी सिद्धांतों का समर्थन kare उन्हें समर्थन karna

On Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 7:03:27 AM UTC-4, atulanand wrote:

Dear Falguni,

In interest of full disclosure, have you introduced yourself to any of these national council members or even this AAPGlobal group.

1. Who are you.

Ans: when from is it a rule of the AAP members to introduce their background while writing emails or posting in their group? Why does it matter who Falguni is? Is not being a fellow Indian a good enough criteria? Why Aam Aadmi Party needs to be a Khas Aadmi where a person needs to say "who is he/she"? 

 

2. Who made you represent Global NRIs.

Ans: The subject of Falguni's mail clearly states "My concern" so its her own concern, which is supported by many as you have realized by now. She never claimed she is representing Global NRI. 

 

3. When were you added to this aapglobal group.

Ans: Let's say its Feb 26th. "So bloody what?" Does that make her a less Aam Aadmi than the moderator and admin of this group?

4. First reference I find in AAPGlobal group for your name is on Feb 26th. Where were you before that?

Ans: Why on earth do you want to know where was she before? If she was in Hariyana or Honolulu how does that make her a more or less Aam Aadmi?

5. You have been accusing some aap leaders every now and then, why souldnt anyone think you are here to serve vested interests whipping up sentiments and serving interests of this Dr Rakesh Parikh, a known AVAM sympathizer.

Ans: Through out her letter she has expressed her faith on the AAP leaders, their honesty and moral integrity. All she has done is pleading them to stay united. If you call it serving vested interest then words fail me to describe your ignorance, bias and foolishness. 

I really find it amazing none of this group members have time to think where she has shown up from all of a sudden and started represeting NRIs. Seriously folks? None of us had calibre to represent this UnitedAAP thing ourselves that you had to bring in an outsider? Stop for a second. Think. You are being taken for a ride by vested interests.

AAP was made for the antim insaan and not for a bunch of people within a closed circle. While asking for donation we never asked anyone to show their identity and shamelessly asked for their time and money. I wonder where were you Atul with all of your wisdom two months ago where we were desperate in taking help in any form, from anybody, even without any identify. You fit perfectly to this new face of AAP. All the best.

From a nobody !!

 

On 27 March 2015 at 17:05, Atul Anand <atul...@gmail.com> wrote:

You still didnt answer the questions and neither did any one else who replied.

Where were you before Feb 26th. You have been brought up to this group to serve whose vested interests?

And to those who replied why I am copying NC members. What kind of question is that. One can email, call lobby, spread lies, campaigning to fire Arvind in name of UnitedAAP, offer to pay for their travel and lodging, thats all fine right?. When someone is questioning intent, you dont want to answer but dont want NC members to hear that? You ask questions to Arvind then it Swaraj. When someone questions PB/YY then you start attacking them. What version of swaraj is this.

Just like you guys are hurt for whatever reasons, there are thousands of us who are hurt at actions of yy/pb as well who wished AAPs defeat in delhi. They can come on media to say all they want that thats not what you meant it to be but then you get to NE meeting and yell there ye kya 5 saal kejriwal laga rakha hai, it only shows the amount of hatred you have developed towards an individual, it has nothing to do with ideals and pricipals anymore.

I am hoping Arvind speaks tomorrow at NC meeting and clear all the air. Those wishing party's defeat have no business staying in party.

Regards,
Atul.

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[Mohd Emran Khan]

Just Follow Other emails and Facebook posts of this calling campaign organizer you will get to know how unbiased this calling campaign was and what this was about. 😄

On Friday, March 27, 2015, Atul Anand <atul...@gmail.com> wrote:

You still didnt answer the questions and neither did any one else who replied.

Where were you before Feb 26th. You have been brought up to this group to serve whose vested interests?

And to those who replied why I am copying NC members. What kind of question is that. One can email, call lobby, spread lies, campaigning to fire Arvind in name of UnitedAAP, offer to pay for their travel and lodging, thats all fine right?. When someone is questioning intent, you dont want to answer but dont want NC members to hear that? You ask questions to Arvind then it Swaraj. When someone questions PB/YY then you start attacking them. What version of swaraj is this.

Just like you guys are hurt for whatever reasons, there are thousands of us who are hurt at actions of yy/pb as well who wished AAPs defeat in delhi. They can come on media to say all they want that thats not what you meant it to be but then you get to NE meeting and yell there ye kya 5 saal kejriwal laga rakha hai, it only shows the amount of hatred you have developed towards an individual, it has nothing to do with ideals and pricipals anymore.

I am hoping Arvind speaks tomorrow at NC meeting and clear all the air. Those wishing party's defeat have no business staying in party.

Regards,
Atul.

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