‘Mere ghar aakar toh dekho’ (Come into my home and be my guest) is a national level campaign organized by the people of good will towards rebuilding bonds of love and fraternity in our country. This campaign was launched by hundreds of national networks, secular and democratic groups and individuals on Independence Day – 15 August 2023 across the country. In Karnataka, the campaign, is inspired by Kuvempu’s iconic poem, called “Teredide mane, O baa athithi…” meaning- ‘The doors of my home, are open dear guest…come in bringing new light, new hopes and new life’.
In recent times our country has witnessed an unprecedented growth in the nature of communal tensions, violence and riots. There has been perpetrated hatred and induced violence victimizing many innocent lives like never before. Communal tensions, violence and riots are undoubtedly concerning issues that can have far-reaching impacts on a nation’s stability, social fabric and progress. These issues often stem from a combination of historical, social, religious and political factors. Addressing them requires a prudent approach involving spiritual truths, constitutional values, collective as well as individual efforts. Though we seem to know the origin of the anti elements causing division and disharmony, without naming and blaming any such groups, factions or forces, “Teredide mane…” is responsible citizens’ ardent initiative to light a candle in the face of darkness.
The campaign has been launched by the prominent Delhi-based social and civil rights activists that include Shabnam Hashmi, Abha Bhaiya, Ovais Sultan and Leena Dabniru who believe that this small beginning will ignite hopes that especially the new generation will rise above the hatred and join hands for peace and love. The campaigners have already created powerful waves spreading it in different states across the country resulting in ripple effects towards national integration.
Sr. Anitha Precilla Lobo, SCB
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