From Jayshree Parmar

Allow me to introduce myself... My name is Jayshree Parmar, and I am a student at university. I am a strong believer in Hinduism. I have only been to my home country once, for three weeks. For the majority of which i visited temples, and all of the landmarks that have always been praised. Yet still I did not have enough.

I'd always wanted to go to see the Rama Sethu, and it was one of my bigest aims to go and accomplish this one day.

All I would like to say is this:

I have never been given any proof for my religion to be existent. But neither have I been shown otherwise. But every other faith also has this dilemma... but I have not yet to this day heard of the rules of the Vatican, or the ways of the Pope, or the runnings of a Masjid, or the beliefs of a Muslim waver.

So why is it that this happens in Hinduism?

People constantly argue that Hindu children do not know enough of their culture. In effect, they are called coconuts - although they are Indians, they may as well be English due to their ignorance. Is it their fault?

What I would like to know is how people can excpect anyone to know anything when major religious structures are being demolished to make a canal? What part of our religion will be left standing at this rate, to tell to our children the strength of our faith, to give them the small hope of belief? The biggest insult is that they are walking over our religion to dish out fish free to other countries.

The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu said with much ease that Rama bhagwaan and the Ramayana are fabrications. Does he have a faith of his own? If yes, then what is it? Money? If it is based on a God that is not quite as materialistic, then what proof does he has of this particular faith. Generally, I respect every other culture and religion. If it helps, I even go to Mass with my friend before going to the Mandir every Sunday.

India, and the Rama Sethu has given sanctuary to several millions of sea creatures, many of which are known to be endangered species? Why are they now denied their home? Is there not enough vegetation to feed the government on a daily basis, large bellies require a larger appetite?

Is it any wonder that so many millions of Indians starve every day?

I have read a few articles regarding the project. They say that it will help people get new jobs. How long will this last before people from other countries see the rich catches, and bring themselves to our holy grounds, to cast their nets in out waters? It is a well known fact that India has been incapable of defending itself from any form of attack - probably due to similar foolish governmentals.So what do they plan to do this time? Lose more land and sea?

I apologise if I have sounded rude in any way... but this is a matter of a state, of a faith, and of peoples beliefs, and I strongly believe that this deviant act should be stopped. If there is any way in which you could pass this on to the people who think that the project is a good idea, please do. It would be very much appreciated.

Thanking You