Hyderabad, October, 2003:  "In light of today’s continuous violence, terrorism has become no different from war. The difference is that the terrorists strike without prior notice and it is humanity that suffers".

This apt comparison was made by over four hundred students of Delhi Public School in a solidarity note, which they handed over to Mr. N. Chandrababu Naidu at his residence.They were expressing shock at the recent assassination bid on Mr. Naidu in Tirumala.

The tiny toddlers bemoaned that the very people for whom the Chief Minister (who was striving to make Andhra Pradesh a terror-free State) had announced sops once they embraced the mainstream, should resort to this ghastly step.

Signed by almost every student of the school, the peace message-cum-solidarity note stated that ‘the difference between anger and danger is just a single letter, which has caused you (Mr. Naidu Sir) so much harm. Today, we are here to express our concern as we love you and always wish you to be hale and hearty as we feel secure under your protective umbrella.’

In a touching tone the students said `we, the children, as messengers of God’s love, hold your hands in unison for your speedy recovery and good health. As future citizens, we will always strive to live up to your expectations and contribute our collective might in whatever way we can so that we can maintain peace and harmony, which are paramount in today’s violence-ridden society.’

-MK
Reachout's News Bureau
October' 2003

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