The Tsunami in Japan is something very unfortunate and the whole world is mourning the huge loss of lives and properties. What is even more tragic is the leak from the nuclear plant that could bring untold misery and long term health problems for generations.
Now the whole world is pondering whether the building of nuclear plant is a wise move and does the benefit far outweighs the danger nuclear plant can pose. As our country tries to jump on the bandwagon joining the world in its pursuit of nuclear energy, it is good if the government can just abandon this idea if it has the citizens at heart. If a survey is to be conducted I dare say for certain that it will be an overwhelming majority against the construction of a nuclear plant in any parts of the country. Let's pray that the 'rakyat didahulukan' will be given prominence.
Nuclear plant is just too risky to any country. There is no doubt we are free from earthquake and tsunami but no matter what technology is applied, who dare to guaranttee its safety over a period of time. Dr Mahathir is right when he pointed out once there is a leak it is very difficult to control. Here we are talking of radiation, something you cannot see, feel or touch but can only be detected. Radiation is the word that will haunt every human being as far as nuclear is concerned. Which experts dare to certify that if a nuclear plant is to be built on very solid ground far from the maddening crowd, the ground will remain as it is till doomsday?
I call upon the citizens to voice out their displeasure loud and clear. Sometimes common sense prevails. Prevention is better than cure.
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