Conflict and realisation
Given the fragile state of its economy, Pakistan cannot afford to get entangled in a prolonged and conventional military confrontation with India. As a country riddled with high foreign debt and perilously low foreign exchange reserves, Pakistan’s rulers ought to understand the crippling repercussions of full-scale war with India on its economy and its people. It is time Pakistan avoided significant escalation, which holds the key to preventing its economic collapse and mass suffering.
M. Jeyaram,
Sholavandan, Tamil Nadu
The plight of Pakistan can be summed up by the phrase, “as you sow, so shall you reap”. Having sown the seeds of terrorism and hatred, and now facing the music, one can only hope that Pakistan realises its folly.
Dr. Biju C. Mathew,
Thiruvananthapuram
For the media
The war-like situation is also a time to focus on the conduct of the Indian media. The business of nationalism is flourishing and news channels are engaged in intense competition to increase their TRP. Every explosion and every military advancement becomes a tool to increase ratings. There is a large element of animosity in the so-called prime-time debates. Instead of factual reporting, there is much speculation and biased analyses. The sufferings of the ordinary people or the far-reaching consequences of war are no longer subjects of concern.
Muhammed Rizwan M.K.,
Chalad, Kannur, Kerala
Is truth becoming a victim? Anchors and reporters are spewing out information as if they are first-hand witnesses to the events and are able to move freely around the place. People in general seem to be too afraid to question or logically think if some things could be that simple. The warfare needs to wind down and diplomacy given a chance. There are many people with friends and relatives in both countries, whose involvement and concerns should be heard.
Hemachandra Basappa,
Bengaluru
Published – May 10, 2025 12:24 am IST