The Great Indian Irony: Justice, Politics, and the Selective 0utrage Syndrome
Indians need to understand, India – the land of justice, fairness, and equality—at least that’s what the textbooks claim. In reality, however, the legal and law enforcement systems appear to operate on a completely different principle: “Who you are determines what kind of justice you receive.” This selective dispensation of law and order is not just a glitch in the system; it is the system.
Take, for instance, the glaring contrast in the way the police and judiciary react to cases involving high-profile individuals versus those of common citizens. If you belong to the upper echelons of society—whether by wealth, political influence, or celebrity status—police forces will bend over backward to accommodate you. You get quick access to justice, expeditious hearings, and, if needed, a security cover that rivals that of national leaders. But if you’re just another ordinary citizen, well, good luck. Your plea might not even reach the court for years, and should you find yourself in police custody, there’s a non-zero chance you might not make it out alive. But hey, who cares? Certainly not the system.
Bollywood’s Convenient Knife Attack & The Superhuman Recovery
Indians witnessed recently, in a bizarre sequence of events, a Bollywood actor was reportedly attacked with a knife just days before the teaser release of his much-anticipated movie. According to doctors (who even held a press conference to dramatize the situation), the knife had “penetrated” near his spinal region, requiring urgent back surgery. A horrifying incident, no doubt! But wait—just a few days later, the same actor was seen walking around like nothing had happened. Now, for those who have even a basic understanding of post-surgical recovery, any invasive back surgery near the spinal cord demands weeks, if not months, of recovery and immobility.
So, how did this miracle occur? Did Mumbai’s doctors just perform a revolutionary surgery, or was the whole incident a publicity stunt orchestrated at the expense of public resources?
Of course, the Mumbai Police—who are usually notorious for their inefficiency when it comes to solving crimes involving common citizens—immediately formed 20 separate teams (yes, you read that right) to track down the attacker. And as the days progressed, new “attackers” seemed to be arrested almost on cue, fueling the media circus. Ironically, just a few days later, when the movie teaser was released, the very first scene featured a character with deep scars on his back—eerily resembling knife wounds. Coincidence? Or was this yet another classic case of Bollywood using public services as a personal PR tool? Not one official has questioned this ridiculous abuse of law enforcement resources. No accountability, no scrutiny—business as usual.
The YouTuber vs. The System: A Comedy of Double Standards
While the Indian police were busy cracking down on the elusive knife-wielding attacker (or actors playing attackers), a completely unrelated group found themselves in the crosshairs of the system: a bunch of YouTubers. Their crime? Organizing a show where they used “offensive language.” Suddenly, the entire country woke up from its slumber. National news channels debated their actions. The State Government, the Women’s Commission, social activists, and even the parliamentary committee jumped in, demanding their immediate arrest. Mumbai Police, which often drags its feet on major criminal investigations, moved with astonishing speed to ensure they were dealt with.
The irony? This is the same country where individuals die in illegal police custody without so much as a whimper from these so-called guardians of morality and law.
If offensive language is such a problem, where was this outrage of Indians activists when Bollywood actors, comedians, and celebrities openly performed vulgar comedy on shows like AIB Roast? Back then, no police teams were mobilized, no arrests were made, and no parliamentary committees were formed. So why the selective outrage now? If those YouTubers are guilty of promoting obscenity today, then every Bollywood celebrity who was involved in AIB was equally guilty back then. But strangely, no action was taken. Mumbai Police, care to explain?
The Bigger Picture: A Well-Orchestrated Distraction of Indian minds
What many fail to see is that all of this—whether it’s the knife attack drama, the selective crackdown on YouTubers, or the moral policing—is nothing but a well-orchestrated distraction. There are far bigger crises plaguing the nation. Police brutality against common citizens is rampant, politicians continue to loot the state treasury, and actual criminals roam free under political protection. But instead of addressing these serious concerns, the focus is deliberately shifted to trivial controversies. It’s a classic playbook: manufacture a sensational issue, make sure the media amplifies it, and keep the public engrossed while the real culprits continue their misdeeds unchecked.
The Inevitable Question: Where Do We Stand?
Does the average citizen even stand a chance in this system? When lawyers are beaten up by police officers in broad daylight, when commoners die mysteriously in police detention, and when elected leaders push states towards financial ruin, why do we never see the same level of urgency from the media, judiciary, or law enforcement? The answer is simple: because the system is not designed for the common people. It is a well-oiled machine that works for the privileged, by the privileged, and against the powerless.
Final Thoughts: The Great Indian Circus Continues
Every few months, new distractions will be manufactured, more public outrage will be engineered, and the cycle will continue. The police will remain selectively proactive, the judiciary will maintain its convenient silence, and politicians will keep playing their games. And while the common citizen hopes for justice, those in power will ensure that justice remains a privilege, not a right.
Welcome to India—the world’s largest democracy, where justice is served with a heavy dose of irony, sarcasm, and selective application of law. Grab some popcorn, because the show never ends.