The former chairman of the Auroville Foundation Karan Singh has proposed a couple of suggestions to overcome the impasse at Auroville. He suggests that the decision of the Green Tribunal be accepted in good grace by both parties, and stresses on the criticality of bridging the credibility gap between various groups in Auroville.
In a statement, Dr. Singh said: “Whatever the decision of the Green Tribunal may be, it should be accepted in good grace by both sides. Talks of going to the Supreme Court, which, of course, is a fundamental right of citizens, would, in my view, simply prolong the whole issue and further damage the image of Auroville in the country and abroad.”
Further, he added, “It is essential that the credibility gap between sections of the community and the Secretary should be bridged. If 10 senior Aurovillians were to sit together, five from each side of the dispute, and seriously consider what can be done to overcome the present crisis, they may reach some consensus. Each side could choose five representatives, and the meeting could be held in camera in the Foundation office. This should be done urgently while the stay from the National Green Tribunal is still operative.”
