Have you seen a humbler politician than this?
Every political party has volunteers. A vast majority of them want to become at least a councilor. This position serves as a vital link between the politician and the common man. Very rarely, we would come across someone who is not only so honest, but also so humble.Recently, I happened to be reminded of one such councilor, of a particular area called K.K. Nagar, on the outskirts of Tiruchirapalli, the fourth largest city of Tamil Nadu. My father lived in his own house at that point in time. We would often meet our Mr.K, as he was famously called. I remember his name as Mr. Krishnasamy. He was a gem.
He would visit any house in the locality, even at midnight, if there was some calamity or if someone was sick. He would organize many blood donation camps with his own funds. He was never corrupt and would refuse to even accept fruits from anyone. He would bring his own water and would never ever have even a cup of tea in anyone's house.
He would constantly check all the local water connections and if there was any problem, he would coordinate to get things done, even if it meant spending the whole day on the spot. He was so popular that many common people openly praised him and also wrote about him to the then CM of Tamil Nadu, Dr. M. Karunanidhi.
I have never been to that place for decades. Hence, I really do not know what his present position is. But wherever he is, or whatever he is doing, he will always be remembered for being humble and so honest.
Hats off to people like him. If you have come across someone like him, please do mention the details here.
