What Kind Of Democracy! Poem by Ramesh T A

Bright Sunshine welcomes all from early morning on;
But Sun's heat radiation brings Sunstroke to many
People who wait directly under Sun to attend big
Public meetings addressed by political party leaders!

Poor people for want of money, food and work come
Accepting to attend public meetings in remote areas,
Where there is no water or shade for them to rest ever
Till the public meeting comes to an end any day sure!

Election in hot months is a great headache for all people!
Nobody can go scot-free carrying heavy money or any
Valuables sans receipts for quick business or attending
Functions in an out station somewhere away from home!

Once the election dates are announced, the restrictions
Come into force making all disturbed till end of election!
What a pity this kind of democratic system meant for
The people, of the people and by the people in any nation!