War is never good. Let’s begin there. It brings pain, loss, and suffering—especially for the brave soldiers who stand at the frontlines. No sensible person should ever celebrate conflict. But let’s also acknowledge a hard truth: that is why nations have armies. Not to seek war, but to be prepared for it when peace is no longer an option.
India has, for decades, championed peace in its neighborhood. We’ve tried dialogue and diplomacy in every form—Aman ki Asha, Track II diplomacy, cricket diplomacy, people-to-people exchanges. We extended a hand of friendship, again and again. But what did we get in return? Cross-border terrorism, broken promises, and betrayal.
Every country has a limit to its patience. Over the past ten years, India has recalibrated its strategy—not with aggression for its own sake, but with calculated resolve. Surgical strikes, Balakot, and intelligence-driven operations have demonstrated that India will no longer tolerate provocations silently. This new approach, while not perfect, has yielded results. The frequency and scale of terror attacks have significantly reduced. The message is clear: actions have consequences.
This shift isn’t about glorifying war; it’s about protecting peace through strength. We gave peace a chance—many chances. But if the other side chooses war, India will not flinch. Defensive does not mean docile.
To those who question the path we’re on, remember this:
“Sometimes it is necessary to go to war not because we hate what is in front of us, but because we love what is behind us.”
— G.K. Chesterton
The love for our country, our people, and our future compels us to act—not in hate, but in defense of all we hold dear.