Amit overwhelmed by Public Response

Overwhelmed with the gigantic support he received, Amit Paul, the Shillong lad who had made to the top three finalists of the popular show - Indian Idol 3, said that he was deeply honoured to see the love and affection that the people of Shillong, and Meghalaya in general, had showed upon him while adding that this was like a dream come true.

Speaking to reporters here on Monday, Amit said that he did not expect that a sea of humans would turn up to receive him. As token of appreciation to the honour that the people of Shillong have bestowed on him, Amit said that not until today, he had been competing for the coveted title for his own personal gain. But on witnessing the massive response from the people on Monday, Amit said that from today he would compete to win the Indian Idol title, not for himself, but for the pride of the people of Shillong and Meghalaya.

"Whatever efforts I had made in my past performances, I will try to double that in future so that I can live up to the faith and trust the people had bestowed upon me, and that is, to bring home the Indian Idol title," Amit said. Amit also assured the people that even if he achieves success in his quest yet he will remain the same person that he always is while adding that Shillong is always his hometown.

Amit was also elated by the decision of the State Government to appoint him as an Ambassador of Peace and Communal Harmony. He was particularly happy that through the Indian Idol show, he was able to spread the name of Shillong, not only to various parts of the country but to foreign countries as well. On his message to the youth, Amit called upon the youth to follow their dreams and give their best shot to convert their dreams into reality.

Source : ShillongOnline