Some parties seem to have boycotted the all-party meeting called by the Prime Minister to discuss the ‘one nation, one poll’ proposal because of their intolerance towards the NDA government (“Panel will study the ‘1 nation, 1 poll’ issue”, June 20). Consensus-building is essential for a democracy. All parties must rise above differences. Those who swear by the spirit of federalism are obligated to engage with the Central government.
V.N. Mukundarajan,
Thiruvananthapuram
Every State has its own languages, culture and set of problems. People’s expectations from Central and State leaders and elections are different, as seen in their votes. If the proposed idea is implemented, State issues will be sidelined. It will weaken India’s federal structure.
M. Govindaraj,
Gudiyatham, Vellore district
We cannot afford to be in perennial election mode. As people want stable governments at the Centre and in the States, they will be receptive to this idea.
C.G. Kuriakosem,
Kothamangalam
The NDA is busy discussing simultaneous elections even as the water crisis continues to grip Tamil Nadu and other parts of India. Instead of prioritising the poll issue, the Prime Minister should convene an all-party meeting to discuss how to combat water shortage in the country.
N. Visveswaran,
Chennai
Is one poll even feasible? And is the NDA proposing this idea so that it is easier for it to carry out its Hindutva agenda?
Ilanko Xavier M,
Pune
