Amidst the nationwide rife dismay towards the CAA, some musicians in Meghalaya have resorted to music in an exemplary deed of ushering peace back.
Via: Free Press Journal
After nearly 10 days of internet shutdown and curfew in Shilong, the musicians have taken an initiative “Music For Protection And Future Of The People”
Aimed at spreading the message of unity, one of the bands sang reggae legend Bob Marley’s Africa Unite.
Via: Indiatimes.com
Talking to NDTV, Kitkupar Shangpliang of folk band Summersalt said:
“India has been in a state of turmoil for the last 10 days, becoming a broken nation of sorts. But we believe that music and arts can act as the best healing balm. We are here at Shillong, but we know there are people in Mumbai, Jamshedpur, Northeast India and elsewhere who are voicing their fears in one voice.”
Aimed at making people realise the importance of peace and patience in these crucial times, the said initiative tends to bring the people of Meghalaya together for a peaceful rally.
Rudy Wallang of blues-rock band Soulmate said:
“The situation in Shillong has been scary, but we feel that music can be the best unifier. Politicians thrive on hatred, and that’s not good at all. The government must not take the people’s voice for granted.”
The Shillong Press Club along with prominent social thinkers are the pillars of this citizen-based event.
Other prominent bands who have joined hands towards this noble cause include local sensation Debra Martina Rynjah’s OOtO Garage and the internationally acclaimed Aroha Junior Choir.
Seems there’s still hope!