‘We’ve sent a Rover to Moon, but can’t rid roads of craters’: Suhel Seth on his book ‘WTF India’

Suhel Seth's latest book, WTF India, questions whether the nation is collectively losing its way. Despite India's achievements like a rover on the Moon, there are craters on its roads, sewers serving as rivers, and air pollution issues. Seth is outraged by the state of affairs and urges both citizens and the government to wake up to the reality.

The book is a blend of humor, dark satire, and a call for collective action. While the book isn't a rant, it does highlight the complicity of the public in the state of things. The key issues include inadequate infrastructure, corruption, and poor governance, which prevent the country from progressing. Seth suggests that while sending spacecraft to the Moon is a feat, it's unacceptable that our roads remain in disrepair.

He criticizes the lack of attention given to basic development, even in areas with high revenue but low voter turnout. The author also talks about the disconnect between the government and the people, the need for accountability, and the importance of action over mere outrage. He urges citizens to take responsibility for their environment and demand better from their leaders, emphasizing that change starts with us.