Our enlightened reader Dr Ranbir Singh Phaugat has asked “Do you think politicians like Manohar lal Khattar & Bhupinder Hooda are responsible and accountable to people”

Gustakhi Maaf, Haryana — Pawan Kumar Bansal

From our enlightened reader, Dr Ranbir Singh Phaugat.
In a sharply worded reflection on governance in Haryana, questions are being raised about whether political leaders remain truly accountable to the public. Figures such as Manohar Lal Khattar and Bhupinder Singh Hooda, both former Chief Ministers, are cited as examples in a broader critique of systemic issues in politics.
The commentary argues that accountability often weakens when both ruling and opposition parties adopt similar methods once in power. It suggests that the use of state authority can, at times, enable opaque practices, allowing corruption to persist beneath the surface. Allegations of interference in administrative processes—particularly in recruitment and transfers—are highlighted as key drivers of inequality and public dissatisfaction.
Concerns are also raised about delays in the justice system, with the observation that by the time legal action reaches conclusion, it may come too late to deliver meaningful accountability. The piece further claims that political influence, wealth accumulation, and access to power are frequently intertwined, fostering an environment where ethical governance becomes difficult to sustain.
Invoking the ideal of Yudhishthira as a symbol of integrity, the writer laments the perceived absence of such moral leadership in contemporary politics. The note concludes on a cautionary tone, describing corruption as a destructive force that ultimately harms not just individuals but the broader system they operate within.