The Shiv Sena is the worst of rowdy parties in India. This is a well known fact. It is also one of the most corrupt. That the BJP has managed to be very careful in its dealings with the worst party of India, is itself, a welcome change.
However, the BJP does seem to be having a problem of talent. Except for the big five or six, none of the lesser known leaders are showing any promise. In this context, Mr Prabhu, the new Railway Minister will do well to quickly all the mess created by Mr Sadanandha Gowda, possibly the worst Railway Minister of India, thus far.
Mr Prabhu should not raise fares, but try to privatize the Railways by commercial use of land, in all stations, earning revenue through more advertisements in trains, and so on. The so-called premium trains have not been so successful, because of high costs.
Let Mr Prabhu play the volume game. The Railways can make the most of it.
The BJP should not encourage people like Jayalalitha of Tamil Nadu, who has been already convicted.
Let BJP understand that its image of non-tolerance towards corruption, will bring in big gains.
BJP is certainly observing the performance of his cabinet. BJP will not hesitate to show the gate to any non-performer in future.
