🇮🇳 A Nation Woke Up in Grief: From the Skies to the Soil
Over the past two weeks, India has been rocked by two emotional flashpoints — a devastating Air India crash, and a viral video from Newark Airport capturing the plight of an immigrant youth. Both incidents, in their own ways, shook us to the core.
✈️ The Air India Tragedy: A Nation in Mourning
The tragic crash that claimed over 250 lives sent shockwaves across the country. People boarded the plane with dreams, plans, and families waiting. In an instant, everything changed. The nation stood still in sorrow.
To express the deep personal anguish many of us feel, I penned this Hindi verse:
एक पल में सब कुछ बदल गया…
आकाश से आई ऐसी ख़बर जिस से दिल दहल गया।
वे जो मुस्कान लेकर घर लौट रहे थे, उनका ठिकाना बदल गया।
हम सब शोक में हैं, हृदय व्यथित है , हर इंसान सहम गया।
ईश्वर उन सभी आत्माओं को शांति दे और जिनके परिवारों का समय बदल गया।
This is not just a poem — it is the collective cry of a mourning nation.
🧳 A Viral Video and a Human Cry for Dignity
In a separate incident, I found myself witnessing something deeply disturbing: a young Indian man at Newark Airport, allegedly undocumented, being led in handcuffs in full public view. I recorded and shared the video — not to sensationalize, but to spotlight a deeper question:
Where is our humanity in enforcement?
I don’t justify his legal status. But I do question the public humiliation of a fellow human. The video went viral, but what I truly hope goes further is the conversation on empathy and dignity.
You can watch my detailed interview with Barkha Dutt, where I explain the context and my intent: not to divide, but to awaken.
🕯️ Two Events, One Nation’s Reflection
Together, these stories are a sobering reminder:
Life is fragile. Dignity is priceless. And compassion is always in our control.
Let us mourn the lost, protect the vulnerable, and honor every human story — whether it ends in a tragedy or begins in struggle.
— Kunal Jain
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Welcome to my world of entrepreneurship, innovation, and social impact.
I am Kunal Jain, a social entrepreneur, mentor, and business leader who has spent the last two decades building and scaling businesses in the U.S. and India. After moving to the United States in 2003 with just a few hundred dollars, I pursued the American Dream, establishing multiple successful ventures in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM), AI-driven healthcare, and entrepreneurship mentoring. Over the years, I have proudly created employment for hundreds of professionals across both countries.
Yet, my heart has always belonged to India. Born and raised in the culturally rich state of Rajasthan, I grew up watching my father, Kaushal Kishore Jain, a politician by profession and a social reformer by heart. His dedication to public service shaped my values, and in his memory, I authored my first book, A Philanthropist Without Money – Kaushal Ji, in 2019.
In 2023, I made the life-changing decision to return to India to carry forward my father’s philanthropic legacy. I now lead the Kaushalm Foundation, fostering entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation, and skill development among India’s youth. Through initiatives like the Aravali Hub, HealthPods, and Rapid Rajasthan Clinic, I am committed to empowering aspiring entrepreneurs, bridging the healthcare gap, and making a lasting impact.
Beyond business and philanthropy, poetry is my soul’s expression. My latest book, ‘Aabhas’, a collection of Hindi poetry, is deeply personal and named after my son. It reflects my journey, emotions, and observations of life, blending nostalgia, resilience, and introspection.
I am a lifelong learner—whether as an entrepreneur, mentor, father, or poet. My journey continues as I explore ways to merge technology with social good, ensuring that innovation reaches those who need it the most.
The name of my blog, ‘Baithak’, is a Hindi word symbolizing a gathering of minds—a place to exchange ideas, reflect, and inspire. I invite you to be part of this conversation.
Let’s build, innovate, and transform lives together!
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