Money Does Not Grow On Trees (except apple trees in HP)

By Vijay Kumar

ADDRESSING the Nation, on 21 September 2012, the Prime Minister solemnly declared, Money does not grow on trees.

But in Himachal Pradesh, apparently this does not apply. A leading politician in Himachal Pradesh is said to have filed a revised Income Tax Return showing an income of Rs. 6.15 Crores from his apple orchards, which was earlier shown as Rs. 51 Lakhs.

Maybe a few more apple orchards in Himachal Pradesh should answer all our economic problems. The Prime Minister is reported to be planning a cabinet expansion - maybe he should consider some bright politicians who can grow money on trees and young enterprisers who can ensure the growth of their wealth in geometric proportions.