By M S Nazki
In a world increasingly driven by material desires and the relentless race for more, a simple moment in the remote hills of Rajouri district offered a profound lesson in contentment and wisdom.
While on an official tour exploring the remote terrains of Rajouri, Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma came across a humble and serene sight—a solitary elderly shepherd seated in his traditional Dhok (temporary hill dwelling), surrounded by his livestock. Amidst the silence of the mountains and the untouched beauty of nature, this encounter became a reflection of life’s deeper truths.
Moved by the shepherd’s calm demeanor and simple lifestyle, DC Sharma approached him with warmth and asked, “Chacha, kisi cheez ki zarurat hai?” (Uncle, do you need anything?)
With a gentle smile that radiated peace, the shepherd softly replied, “Sab kuch hai, kisi cheez ki zarurat nahi.” (I have everything, I need nothing.)
That single line—simple yet profound—captured the essence of a life rooted in gratitude, simplicity, and inner peace. In times when people constantly chase fleeting comforts, possessions, and status, the shepherd’s reply stood as a powerful reminder of what it means to be truly content.
DC Abhishek Sharma later shared the talk and calling it a moment of deep learning. “There was wisdom in his words, depth in his simplicity. It made me reflect—how often do we forget to value what we already have, chasing things that aren’t permanent?” he said.
This touching incident has since struck a chord with many across the region and beyond, with people lauding both the DC’s humane approach and the shepherd’s life philosophy.
In the serene hills of Rajouri, far from the chaos of modern life, a shepherd unknowingly taught a lesson that no textbook could offer—that happiness is not in abundance, but in contentment.
It is moments like these that remind us: the truest wealth lies not in what we accumulate, but in how we appreciate what we already possess.
