Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Tuesday, 10 June 2025

India improves to 126

 Finland world's happiest nation again, India improves to 126

Extract from the article:
The article delves into the intricate and often opaque dynamics shaping political nominations in contemporary governance. It shines light on how internal party mechanisms, factional allegiances, and the calculated choreography behind candidate selection influence outcomes in critical races. The piece further explores the tension between grassroots expectations and top-tier party mandates, illustrating how local leaders sometimes clash with centralized decision-makers, creating a ripple effect that alters political trajectories.

Moreover, it highlights the increasing role of strategic considerations such as demographic representation, loyalty metrics, and past electoral performance data in nomination decisions. The narrative underscores that beyond public campaigns, there exists a parallel game of negotiation, alliance-building, and sometimes sidelining of emerging leaders in favor of more ‘predictable’ contenders. This dance of power within parties often determines who ultimately contests, reflecting broader questions about democracy, meritocracy, and political pragmatism.

My Take:
A. Dreams take time : sometimes, a Decade
In this blog, I reflected on the persistent patience required for transformative change, whether technological or political. The political nomination process exemplifies this notion — while immediate results are visible in election outcomes, the labor behind candidate grooming, consensus-building, and nomination battles truly unfolds over years or even decades. I had emphasized that real solutions to entrenched problems come not overnight but through measured persistence and evolving strategies. This parallels the article’s account of deep-rooted negotiations and alliance shifts within party structures before a nomination even surfaces publicly.
Interestingly, my foresight about entering ‘problems’ into handheld devices to receive solutions quickly contrasts with the slow, human-dependent choreography of political nominations. It reminds me that though technology may expedite certain decisions, political processes remain anchored in human judgment, historic ties, and nuanced bargaining.

B. FIRST ANNIVERSARY
In this older blog post marking a milestone, I discussed the importance of marking progress while preparing for new challenges ahead. Translating this to political nominations, the anniversary metaphor resonates as parties too celebrate victories but must also continuously innovate candidate selection and strategy. The article’s depiction of factionalism and strategic maneuvering reflects the ongoing ‘first anniversaries’ — moments where reflection encourages recalibration for future success.
I also touched upon the desire to communicate new features and ideas efficiently to stakeholders — an imperative in nominations as well where clarity, transparency, and trust-building with party members and voters can make or break candidacies. This reinforces that political nominations are not static checkpoints but dynamic processes demanding fresh ideas coupled with lessons from the past.

Call to Action:
To political party leadership and strategists navigating nomination seasons: I urge you to embrace greater inclusivity and transparency in your processes. Recognize that while strategic calculations are essential, honoring grassroots voices and emerging talent strengthens democratic legitimacy and renews public trust. Establish structured forums for dialogue between local cadres and central authorities to preempt factional conflicts. Consider adopting data-driven, meritocratic frameworks but balance these with empathetic leadership that values long-term vision over short-term expedients. Your challenge and opportunity lie in harmonizing tactical acumen with genuine empowerment of your political family. The health of our democracy depends on it.

With regards, 

Hemen Parekh

www.My-Teacher.in

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