Najib's way wins over Indian voters

THE next general election will see the Indian community playing yet another pivotal role in determining not only the outcome of polls but also their own future.

Having turned their backs on the Barisan Nasional (BN) four years ago, the community is now being courted by both sides of the political divide.

However, various programmes and incentives dolled out for them by the present administration has delighted the community and the Indians now feel that their role in the country's development is finally being recognised.

This point was underscored recently when Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak pointed out that the nation was indebted to the Indians, especially for their sacrifices in developing plantations, railway, utility services and public works.

Televised live during the recent Unity Pongal celebrations, Najib's speech provoked subtle smiles and a deep sense of satisfaction among many.

Malaysians may not realise it, but Indians generally feel they have played a big role in developing the country with their hard work in creating plantations out of thick jungles and building roads that cut through hills and forests.