Ashika Tamang: A social reform campaign or an excuse to go viral?

 Ashika Tamang: A social reform campaign or an excuse to go viral?

"Once upon a time in a village there was a man who always did good for others even if he did not benefit himself. The villagers loved him very much. But gradually he began to work only to show off himself rather than to gain the love and appreciation of others. He wanted people to see him every time and consider him as a hero. The purpose of his work changed and gradually even the villagers stopped loving him so much.

This is not a story but the reality of our society. Like the character in the story, we have seen that whether someone acts without looking at his own benefit or not, over time he becomes selfish and even the villagers stop loving him. Let's call this process 'viral' in the popular language. Such a content, such a character that lasts for a few moments, disappears.

Until recently (even now) cases of quarrels between spouses, family discord used to go viral in Nepali villages on social media. Now the scene has changed to some extent, but the essence remains the same. But the sticker of social reform is stuck on the peel.

In the name of social reform, those who try to be the characters of the above-mentioned story are now prevalent in the Nepali villages of social networks. At a glance, it seems that he preached good deeds in the name of social reform. But a closer look raises questions about their style and purpose. And, one day, it may even become a disgrace to the society.

Generally, such people try to present themselves as servants or reformers of the society. But their main focus is to make themselves popular. Due to this, the main purpose of social reform is overshadowed. And their work tends to be limited to self-promotion.

Ashika Tamang is a character who is going in this rhythm now. The columnist did not consider it necessary to give his personal introduction. But that said, big eyes, loud voice, angry speech, cameras and virality are becoming familiar in his case. And the network is a terrible weapon. So Panktikar thinks that the person who runs a general shop on the side of the highway is panicking - will Ashika Tamang come somewhere?

There is no problem with Ashika Tamang coming here. There is no problem in speaking against the discrepancy that is happening. There is no problem in teaching discipline, honesty and law. The problem is in his presentation. In the camera he was carrying. The scene captured by the camera ('Raw', 'Rough') in the trend of constantly posting on social networks.

If you look closely in the digital world, it seems that she has changed her profession from a nurse to a content creator. And sometimes I think, if the content was in English, Mr. Beast would be behind.

The purpose of the article is not to blame Ashika Tamang (person), but to explain the relationship between Ashika Tamang (attitude) and social media.

Let's say, Tamang is trying to improve the society. If this is the case, why does she appear on social media in a rude manner. That's constantly. Don't you think that those who considered Tamang good before now have changed their view?

Some of the voices raised for social reform are guided by the right intentions. The intentions of those doing those things may be good. But the way they do it can undermine the depth of their purpose.

For example, if drama is added to show sympathy for the victims of injustice and injustice in the society, its effect is more negative. Perhaps the following cameras and mics have weakened Tamang's purpose.

The number of people who know Tamang has increased rapidly in recent times. Perhaps she did not earn so much fame when she became a heroine. As it is now. This is also confirmed by the flood of views on his content.

Self-promotion-focused social work is content. However, the course of events also confirms that Tamang himself is content. This means that viral content can provide financial benefits. There is no place that can be said that did not attract Tamang.

The purpose of social reform becomes secondary because of the hope of getting millions of views and earning from it. It also psychologically creates the mentality that 'only my work is right'. This may have happened.

When Panktikar tried to contact Tamang, it was not possible. Why is Tamang especially fierce in front of the camera? Why are you rude? Why is she being dramatic? Has/has she informed the administration about the work she has done? Has/hasn't she questioned the relevant agency? These curiosity-questions are thought towards Tamang.

But the truth is, such dramatic videos of Tamang have had a wrong effect on the society. What do teenagers learn by watching his videos? What do the elderly think? What is the effect on the psychology of those watching Tamang's video? The question is serious.

Similarly, there is no place to say that Tamang's video, which is doing the rounds on the internet, has not played a role in instilling distrust towards government agencies among the general public. Citizens may mistrust government initiatives when individuals try to consider themselves the best by devaluing government efforts for social reform.

What kind of impression will the people who watch his video make about the state when he runs a social network with a lot of data in a remote village? What do those who are preparing for public service think that they will get a government job? What will those who think that they will become a good social worker in the future think? The question is serious.

At least Tamang should have thought about the possible consequences of posting such videos. Just as she saw that the bad practice that was going on was bad, why didn't she think that her tendency on social media could have a negative effect on many people? Ignore it even if you think about she?

Looking at the activity of the network, anyone can say that the impact of Tamang's work is not long-term. The effect lasts for a long time. desire Support. But what is the secret behind the publicity of the work done in the name of social reform?

Many have chosen the path of Tamang to gain popularity and financial gain by going viral on the network. They have caused many problems because they are not responsible and reckless. The story would have been different if Tamang had been serious and polite instead of being rude.

The question is the same, is Tamang just an unnecessary rumor of the network?