Young Indian business heir killed in own house in Nairobi makes a very sad news, more so as he has been shot by police. Even though explanation given by higher authorities appears to be convincing, it cannot assuage sorrow of family stricken in a lightening strike, by forces that are supposed to protect citizens. All Indians resident in Kenya as well as in Britain are shocked. We can only accept explanation and pray for family to have fortitude to bear this sudden loss. May soul of dear departed rest in peace.
Indian community must accept the fact that fortunately there is no concerted governmental attempts to undermine Indian community. Government and politicians fully realize the role of Indians in healthy economy of the country, right from colonial days till now. In absence of roads and railways, Indians trekked deep into jungles with goods loaded on donkeys. Currently Indian community’s role is appreciated by acknowledging Diwali as national holiday and accepting Indians as one of the tribes of Kenya.
Between pioneering days and now, Indian community was often threatened, but incumbent ruling party took relevant measures to deter anti Indian elements. I assume that Indian community may accept death of Bunty Shah as an accident caused by tension ridden police at election time. Bunty Shah is an innocent bystander. I hope that accepting police explanation and maintaining peaceful atmosphere by all Indians will be noted by all Kenyans and the government. Indians and ruling government at any time must forge strong relations for nation to progress smoothly.
Ramesh Jhalla
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