Letters to THE EDITOR: The Law of Averages?

The Law of Averages?

So, at last, after a lot of fanfare, media publicity, speculations about the winner, etc., the ICC ODI World Cup extravaganza has come to an end successfully in Bharat. The nation has once again proved its capability to host any mega-sports event very successfully before the world. Yes, Bharat can claim to host the Olympics, the biggest sporting event in the world, provided we don’t have another Suresh Kalmadi as chief of the organizing committee.

If we analyze the pros and cons of the showpiece, it is without any doubt that the land of Khans and Pathans, Afghanistan, has emerged as the cricketing powerhouse. The team from the land of the Taliban, where domestic cricket is hardly played as there is no infrastructure for cricket during the tournament, has beaten former champions, namely Pakistan, England, and Sri Lanka, in the league encounters, and they also stretched the superlative Aussies to their limit.

All said and done, it is once again the indomitable Aussies under skipper Pat Cummins who rose from the ashes to be the ultimate winner, beating the most fancied Team India in the summit clash, who had maintained a clean slate during the league phase. Anyway, our King Kohli achieved his personal milestone by scoring his 50th ODI century, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar.

Thus, the result of the ODI World Cup has once again proved the relevance of the principle ‘Law of Averages.'

Dr. Ashim Chowdhury,

Guwahati.

Assam’s hills face logging threats

I am writing to express my deep concern over the escalation of mountain logging in As-sam. The indiscriminate and extensive logging of the mountains is severely threatening the ecological balance of our region.

Mountains play an important role in maintaining environmental balance by preventing soil erosion, supporting biodiversity, and regulating water flow. Recent incidents of rampant logging in various parts of Assam not only endanger these delicate ecosystems but also increase the risk of natural disasters like landslides and flash floods.

It is disheartening to witness the haphazard expansion of human settlements and commercial activities without due consideration for environmental feedback. I urge the concerned authorities to take immediate and drastic measures to stop this destructive practice. Implementation and enforcement of regulations on mountain cutting, combined with public awareness campaigns, are essential steps towards protecting the ecological integrity of our mountains.

Furthermore, community engagement and involvement in sustainable land use prac-tices must be encouraged. It is imperative that we prioritize the long-term wellbeing of our environment over short-term profit.

The mountains of Assam are not only a source of natural beauty but also an integral part of our environmental heritage. Let us act responsibly to ensure that these moun-tains stand tall for generations to come.

Dipankar Deka

Gauhati University

Discussion on ‘Career Related Workshop’ at

AA-SU’s Morigaon Session

The 18th session of the All Assam Students' Union (AASU) will be held in Morigaon on November 21, 22, and 23. This session should discuss 'career-related workshops'. By participating in offline or online career awareness meetings organized by various educational institutions, groups, and organizations and answering questions on various career topics free of charge by phone (9435188630) every Saturday between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., I have come to know that after passing the final exami-nations of high school and higher secondary, most of the students are not aware of the kind of career opportunities they can get in the future by studying in various subjects. In view of this issue, AASU may take spe-cial steps. The various branches of the All Assam Students' Union, such as regional, sub-divisional, and district branches, can take measures to organize 'career-related workshops' at all functions organized on various occasions, and students will benefit from the emphasis on publishing career articles along with other articles in souvenirs of various sessions. Students will also benefit from getting career-related books at special fe-licitation programs organized by AASU. I hope the 18th session of the All Assam Students' Union will discuss these issues and adopt a resolu-tion.

Dr. Buljit Buragohain,

Azara, Guwahati