Is the 'independence' from really what?
Just from some other country on map
Or there is more meaning to that
Soldiers have kept us safe
But is our goal is to just survive?
So tell me what kind of country
Will you like to build- to thrive
A country that I like to grow in
Is a place with mission to prosper
Compassionate and courageous
‘Independent- one nation’
In my vision of this nation
Women have equal rights to progress
Live without fear of rape or abuse
They can express without judgement
People with physical and mental challenges
Are given love and care they deserve
Here they are essential part of society
With their own vision and purpose
Where poor have path to reach higher goals
In this beautiful ‘nation of Just’
Avenue of progress is not resisted
Instead uplifted to meet what is must
Where each and every individual of this homeland
Is not treated differently by color of their skin
Neither by their standard of some materialistic living
Nor by their racial nor religious creed
Environment is given top priority
More than any capitalistic agenda
'Polluting' is treated as an offense
'Clean and Green' is a new mantra
Where expression of thoughts and honest opinions
Are welcomed from all - no exception
A free speech and journalism is boasted
To keep accountability of those in power
In this strong society of ours
Well being is based on nutrition and exercise
Mental health is discussed with no taboo
And unhealthy corporate greed is set aside
Weak are supported by focusing on their strengths
Where humor is cherished and art is well paid
Communities thrive with a kind connection
A Wholesome mixture of science and faith
That’s the country worth living in
What do you say? Let's build it from within
Working to strive something better than just OK
As independence is precious but never free
Praj101