CJI: No room for non-inclusive & divisive agenda

In an unusual outpouring, Chief Justice of India N V Ramana on Saturday affirmed that there is no space for divisive, narrow, intolerant and non-inclusive driven political approach in the 21st Century.

Justice Ramana, whose tenure ends in another eight weeks, made his blunt remarks at San Francisco while addressing the Association of Indo-Americans.

"In the 21st century, we cannot allow petty, narrow and divisive issues to dictate human and societal relationships. We have to rise above all divisive issues to remain focused on human development. A noninclusive approach is an invitation to disaster", he said.

He added: "This principle of inclusivity is universal. It needs to be honoured everywhere in the world, including in India. Inclusivity strengthens the unity in society which is key to peace and progress. We need to focus on issues that unite us. Not on those that divide us."