Election Commission's "Chai Observers" by K.J.S.Chatrath

(Cartoon source: The Tribune, April 23, 2014)

Since there is nothing like a 'free chai', so one would not wont be surprised if the Election Commission presses into service a new set of Observers in the forth coming Lok Sabha Elections- The Chai Observers. They would be expected to count and calculate the amount spent on offering complimentary cups of 'chai' by each candidate. And being a 'chai' aficionado, I also hope that these high level Observers would keep a sharp eye on the quality and quantity of 'chai' being supplied to the hapless voters.

Chai Garam!

'Madhubala's death anniversary and her grave' by K.J.S.Chatrath

The legendry Madhubala was born on a Valentine day - 14th February 1933. She is said to have pined for love during her short life. She was diagnosed as having a hole in her heart which could not be set right in that period when heart surgery was still to develop. She died, on February 23rd, 1967, when she was just 34! She was buried in the then Bombay’s Juhu cemetery. If alive, she would have been 81 this year.


Though we kept on remembering Madhubala and her films, but overlooked her final resting place. The news came in February 2010 (http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-02-11/mumbai/28121815_1_ground-islamic-law-new-graves)that her grave has been disposed off and tomb demolished.


One does not know what is the status today but does she not deserve to rest in peace? Would it not be possible for her numerous admirers to chip in to ensure her a grave and a decent memorial?