State microbe

#State #Microbe

Kerala is no longer just “God’s own country”, but also “Bacteria’s own country”. With the list from state bird to state crab complete, here is the state microbe proudly presented; its name is Bacillus subtilis.

This microbe, which is present in soil, water and stomach, is now officially Malayali. So, don’t be surprised if the state microbe dances at the school festival from tomorrow. Tourism branding may also come soon. : “Come to Kerala and meet our friend Bacteria” will be the slogan..

Now even when taking a vaccine, the state will have to ask “Is this a native or a guest?” The next concern is whether other states and countries will be jealous of this. What if Tamil Nadu says “Ours is Lactobacillus”, while Karnataka says “This was first grown in our soil” and files a case in the patent court?  Then the Supreme Court verdict may come like this: “Bacteria have no states or borders”

But there is no end to the declarations for Kerala. The ministers have been making fun of saying “Kerala is number one”. However, the goal is to move forward with the microbe along with what is currently there to maintain the number one position. What will be the next step? 

State virus? State amoeba, 5tate worm? In any case, people will say for sure: There is no other country in the world that gives such great honor to even a small one!

- K. A. Solaman