I was inaugurated by the Governor fifty years ago. I was decorated with garlands of yellow marigold flowers. There was enthusiasm in the air. Loud speakers were installed at all strategic points. I felt on top of the world. Scouts and girl guides were lined to welcome the chief guest.
Ah! Today I am old and infirm. The seat of learning has withered. Rain water has collected in and out of the building. Alas no one is interested in discipline in Education. The edifice which was once robust, is now crumbling. It is a mirror of the state of affairs today.
Written for Friday Fictioneers picture prompt.
Dear Usha,
ReplyDeleteI liked the line, 'The seat of learning has withered." Well said. Good one.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Thanks a lot,Rochelle for visiting and liking the post.
DeleteYour piece reflected so much that happens in todays society. Things take off with such enthusiasm but eventually those that made it happen can no longer muster the enthusiasm and it all goes to wrack and ruin.
ReplyDeleteYes Irene, this the state of affairs every where. How sad!
DeleteAnguish well expressed
ReplyDeleteOnkar we can only express anguish. We have no control on it
DeleteSad how the school is crumbling and authorities neglecting an abode of wisdom. High time to improve our schools infrastructure.
ReplyDeleteYes Vishal, infrastructure needs a radical change, but we are helpless. Wish that the authorites wake up from the slumber.
DeleteA sad indinctment of education today.
ReplyDeleteYes Lizy.Welcome to this space.
DeleteThe sad state well expressed here. Good one.
ReplyDeleteThanks Vini. we are helpless.
DeleteI have seen this all too often.
ReplyDeleteThanks ALICE.
DeleteThere is a lot in these 100 words, said and unsaid. Who knows if the past was better, as it always seems when we get older. The word discipline made me wonder... and on the other hand, in the past, learning was a privilege, now, in many places it seems to be considered a waste of time. Good story.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ga H
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