Too pessimistic: HIMAL
Hala
Thank you for bringing out the article "Education reform,
interrupted" (September 2007). The writer has tried his best to
highlight an issue that is vested with a political-bureaucratic nexus
in opposing education reforms and accountability. While the article
enumerated the achievements of SECMOL and its founder, Sonam Wangchuk,
it ended on a pessimistic note, emphasising that reforms had met a
dead-end. While agreeing with these views, I feel that the writer has
been unable to see the whole picture.
Ladakh is a unique place, as are its problems, and it may be difficult
for a non-native to understand the area's peculiarities. In order to
grasp the broad picture in this situation, the writer needs to look
into events that are both directly and indirectly related to this
case. As a Ladakhi, I condemn all of the individuals who have been
involved in interrupting the unique education movement here in Ladakh.
I am also worried that now, even if somebody does attempt to salvage
the current situation, they will think twice before doing so - thus
putting off any new hope for the future.
Anonymous
Leh