Whenever human beings find themselves alone, as a natural reaction, they start looking for company. - A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Why does this happen even though India has a good economic foundation? It is because we have an economic system which is vulnerable to the fluctuations of the world economy and our economic growth is not sustainable, as witnessed from the 5 per cent GDP growth in the 1990s to 9 per cent for around four years till 2009 and, finally, the present 5.5 per cent. This is mainly due to our prevailing economic policies which are stifling the growth of agriculture and food processing, the manufacturing sector and the service sector. If we bring a marked change in our socio-political and economic policies with a focus on inclusiveness, then I am confident that we as a nation will be able to overcome the economic crisis and progress to new heights.

For all your days prepare And meet them ever alike When you are the anvil, bear - When you are the hammer, strike.

Thinking should become your capital asset, whatever ups and downs you may come across in your life.