Rise of the Evil.........

It was a bright morning. Everybody was back after a much needed break, rejuvenated and revived. Classes went on as usual without much ado. When things started falling into place, suddenly news broke out that one amongst us had been tested positive for swine flu and as a precautionary measure he was taken to the hospital for further treatment (I am fed up of hearing “quarantined”). The morning that was so clear and dazzling made way for an afternoon equally gloomy and dark. Having lived in a small, peaceful city I never knew what chaos was. That day I not only experienced it but I was part of it. Everybody trying to protect oneself from other person. Hygiene was the order of the day. Those who had not cleaned their rooms for weeks got caught of sweeper and got their rooms cleaned. People who were in poor health were left on their own. There were others who would maintain a safe distance from people around. By the night, swine flu had taken its toll. Everyone was talking about it. Seniors, juniors, professors, mess workers alike. There was no end to the discussions. Some students showed their activeness by probing about swine flu on internet and floated whatever they could get hold off on net. The campus which once buzzed with energy and excitement was silent. No one knew the way out. There were rumors and pondering over swine flu. Even a sneeze, which otherwise would have been ignored, was taken for swine flu.
As a precautionary measure classes were called off for another two weeks. For students, another two weeks of enjoyment and fun at home.