A minefield at former tin mines


Two old tin mines, now both urban enclaves, and two issues. In one, there is a protest over religion. At the other, there is a hue and cry over a musical concert. Are we really that intolerant? No, not really.

I WAS at the birthday party of a childhood friend’s daughter the other day. He’s one of those devout Hindu-types. He’s vegetarian, and there is a huge prayer area right there as you enter the house. You see Swami Vivekananda’s posters around the house, with his many inspiring messages.

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