“It is inevitable, therefore, that in order to be able to
contribute our unique knowledge to mankind in order to be able to live and
strive for the unity and welfare of the world, we stand before the world as a
self-confident, resurgent and mighty nation.”—Shri M S Golwalkar (Guruji), Our
World Mission, Bunch of Thoughts, Sahitya Singhu Prakashan, Banglore.
Vijayadashmi arrived in Bharat even before the starting of
Navaratri. The swift but punitive action by Bharatiya Armed Forces across the
LoC has certainly brought delight for the billions of minds, not just because
Bharat executed unprecedented surgical strikes but also the way message was
conveyed to terrorists and their masters in Pakistan. Pakistan engaging in
infiltration and terrorism to create nuisance for Bharat is not new. Bharat
condemning such attempts at bilateral and multi-lateral level is also a usual
practice. The heartening element is the way Bharat struck back as per ‘time and
place of our choosing’ as Prime Minister Modi had warned and immaculate
handling of the fallout. The operation needs to be lauded for at least three
significant reasons.
Since 1998, Pakistan has been engaging in nuclear
blackmailing. Operation Parakram could not reach to the logical conclusion even
after the direct attack on Bharat’s symbol of democracy. This time, though
Prime Minister declared on the first day itself that the martyrdom of 18
soldiers would not go in vain and reiterated the same in more avenging tone in
the Kozhikode rally, the general impression was that of avoiding any military
options. Attempt to address the people
of Pakistan, fight against poverty, terror as the common enemy, all these
clichéd narratives gave the impression of calming the public sentiment,
Pakistan also took it at face value. On the background, (Director General of
Military Operations) DGMO in coordination with other agencies under the
guidance of National Security Advisor was planning for punitive action with
escalation control. Pakistan on the one hand being in denial mode and on the
other hand saying ‘if India attempts this again, Pakistan will retaliate’,
clearly shows not only the confused but a shocking state of mind. The nuclear
blackmailer got the shock therapy and terrorist outfits got the stern
message.
After well calibrated military operation, there is not a
single reaction against Bharat. On the other hand, most of the neighbouring
countries have hailed Bharat’s right to secure sovereignty and ensure security
of the people. Internationally, barring China giving advice of bilateral talks,
nobody even bothered to react. This shows the strength of Bharat’s diplomatic
manoeuvring skills. This is also a tight slap for the critiques of Modi’s
foreign visit, forgetting the fact that every small or big nation in the
international community is important when you have to deal with the troubling
neighbour like Pakistan, besides enhancing the investment potential.
Another most critical aspect of this operation is the
exhibition of political will. Through the well crafted statement by the DGMO
read in the joint press conference with Ministry of External Affairs
articulated the rationale and objectives of the operation and also clarified
that ‘We do not have any plans to continue’ but prepared to deal with the
contingency. Bharatiya forces were always ready and showed their vigour in
critical times, political will of the leadership was the differential factor.
All political parties were taken into confidence and Chief Ministers of the
bordering states were shared with necessary information. In tune with the
collective resolve of all party meetings, no compromise on ‘national security’
is no longer just rhetoric but an exhibitory message.
The elimination of terror launch pads in a surgical manner
certainly tells us the story of new and resurgent Bharat. For us as nation the
concept of ‘power’ was never meant for dominating or exploiting others but
always perceived as tool to serve the humanity. While celebrating Vijayadashmi,
which is also a symbol of victory of truth over evil, we should also salute the
brave soldiers and stand with the righteous leadership. At the same time, as
evil is not completely eliminated, we should also resolve to play our own role
for unity, integrity and security of the nation. Until then our world mission
of Sarvepi Sukhinah Santu cannot be fulfilled.
By Prafulla Ketkar
Courtesy: Organiser
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