Thanks to Kunda Dixit for his appreciation piece on Major Khatri, despite the unnecessary underhanded jab at the RNA. ("The villagers' support kept me going", #116) Major Khatri, by all accounts, lived a life of challenges-translating his rugged dreams into reality with money saved from his army days. He is one of many unsung Nepali heroes: an entrepreneur that helps himself and others through productive activity and then extends his benevolence to the community. He was a capitalist caught between politicians with the mentality of hyenas (no offence to hyenas) and individuals pursuing a pathetic and defunct ideology that has unleashed an incredible evil on this land. His work seems to have ended far too soon. How many others like him have been wasted by this mess? I hope people remember this man someday because when and if the dust settles, it will be on the backs of thousands of people with his character and dreams that the country will pick up the pieces. God bless his family.
P Rana, by email
. As someone who has been fortunate enough to have had the chance to visit your lovely country, I was deeply saddened and shocked to read about the brutal and senseless murder of Major Mohan Khatri. Sadly, we must remember that he is just one of many innocent people whose lives have been lost and whose family must suffer such pain in the ongoing conflict. I pray that Nepal, which I have grown to love very much, might find peace and I pray for Major Khatri's family and others who are grieving the loss of their loved ones. I pray that his life, though tragically taken, will be an inspiration to others like him who truly wish to work for the good of the people, to relieve suffering, to care for those in need, who do not wish to take political sides or work just for profit, but who truly want what's best for their country. In tribute to Major Khatri's life and work and others like him, please, don't give up the fight (not necessarily armed fight) for good and justice and love. I pray that out of tragedy might live hope. What a precious word, hope. May it never be taken...
Sarah Olson Seattle, USA
