India is a young country where aspirations are running high. People are coming out of our education system faster than we can absorb them in jobs. The young nation is in search for answers, and as I write today, I am worried. It almost appears as if we are a nation in waiting. Waiting for something to happen. Waiting for someone to do something. Waiting, now for the budget.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is someone I admire for his responsible business beliefs and respect for his recent investment in social change. But his Free Basics initiative, highlighted in full-page advertisements in newspapers and billboards, may be wellintentioned but misdirected.

The much-anticipated launch of Startup India this weekend has generated palpable excitement. With Silicon Valley heavyweights flying down for the launch, the initiative is already being applauded.

But, I’m a little concerned.

The much-anticipated launch of Startup India this weekend has generated palpable excitement. With Silicon Valley heavyweights flying down for the launch, the initiative is already being applauded.

But, I’m a little concerned.

By Vineet Nayar

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is someone I admire for his responsible business beliefs and respect for his recent investment in social change. But his Free Basics initiative, highlighted in full-page advertisements in newspapers and billboards, may be well-intentioned but misdirected.