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Alas, the passage of time can devour even the most faithful loyalty. There came a time, after India's independence, when Nehru, Patel and others were quite reluctant to obey Mahatma in various ways.

Mahatma was cut to the quick. Then this same Mahatma had to tell the world:

> If Subhas had been here today, I would not have needed you. He would have listened to me. I need Subhas badly. I do not need you at all.

From:Sri Chinmoy,Mother, Your 50th Independence-Anniversary! I am come. Ever in Your Eternity's Cries and Your Infinity's Smiles, Subhas, Agni Press, 1997
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