hell let lose

A few months ago the DMK government proudly announced " Helmets to be made compulsory from June 1st".

My first reaction to this, was that alas are government is doing something useful for the public...something that makes sense.

as the months passed by I saw helmet sales booming. from super markets to two wheeler speare part shops to the vendor on the road, everybody sold helmets. fancy helmets, ladies helmets, face covered helmets and even those little toupees worn inside helmets sold like hot cakes.

then came the day " June 1st". I proudly stepped out of my house wearing a helmet and was delighted to see people riding around in helmets, faithfully following the government's rule. I just about assumed that this campaign was a success, and just then my manager walked into the office. i questioned her about her helmet and she laughed and said " madam my husband is waiting. he says kalaignar will take away the rule....so both of us together bought only one helmet last night. now that I hava reached office he is wearing it and riding around!...neenga parunga madam....inda rule poidum!!......she laughed and said.

I was shocked at the confidence with which she made this statement. she was right mind you........the following day I read in the paper.......kalaignar tells cops not to be strict with the public"......and two days later........helmet not compulsoy for women and children pillion riders!!........we just have to wait for the headline.......helmet not compulsory anymore......

If the government really thinks about the public they wouldnt do this........the helmet sellers am sure have made enough profits and may be shared a part with the govt too!.......and the public.......they pay a price and yet risk their lives...........why......because the government has relaxed the helmet rule and let "hell' lose..........