Strong leadership to counter US

With reference to ‘The blood on America’s hands’ (The Great Game), the US is ok with certain Canadians of Indian origin rooting for Khalistan. The suffering caused by extremists is best defined by an Urdu couplet, “Bud khaslaton ko rakhta hai Allah aafaaq par, keh zago zagan ke ghonsalay baalaayiee shaakh par (Even God endures ill-tempered beings to let them stay safe at the zenith, allowing kites and crows to build their nests on uppermost boughs). Nevertheless, let Americans, as also the Chinese, nurse evil designs; so long as India has a strong political leadership, it will manage any crisis that comes its way.

KL Noatay, Kangra

Maintain strategic autonomy

Apropos of ‘The blood on America’s hands’; our muscular foreign policy approach of ‘ghar mein ghus kar marenge’ may provide political advantage to the ruling party at home but it adversely affects India’s relationship with other countries. The issues with Canada are causing anxiety in Punjab. The country does not have good relations with most of its neighbours today, leading to national security implications. Strategic autonomy in foreign policy comes from economic and military strength and not from interference in others’ affairs. We have made a mockery of the honourable position of our ambassadors abroad. We must redeem ourselves by cooperating with Canada in its investigation as we are doing with the US. Let our flag fly high in the world.

Lt Col GS Bedi (retd), Mohali

Russia India’s traditional ally

Refer to ‘The blood on America’s hands’; the writer has cogently analysed the current international geopolitical scenario. Under such circumstances, India looks forward to further cement its relations with Russia through PM Modi’s ensuing visit. Russia has been India’s traditional ally since the Indo-Soviet Treaty and its subsequent diplomatic support during the 1971 war. India faces the challenge of recalibrating its foreign policy and security policies to protect its geopolitical interests, especially amid growing concerns about Khalistani dissidents operating from abroad.

Gurpreet Singh, Mohali

Diplomatic fallout deepens

Refer to ‘Yadav’s removal’; the government’s removal of Vikash Yadav under US pressure highlights a troubling episode that reveals the strain in relations between the two countries. Yadav’s alleged involvement in a plot to assassinate Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on US soil not only underscores tensions but risks damaging India’s global standing. The ongoing diplomatic row with Canada in the Nijjar case further complicates matters. The close scrutiny by the Five Eyes alliance of India’s counter-terrorism practices abroad indicates growing unease about extrajudicial measures. India must tread carefully, ensuring its actions align with international law while protecting national interests.

Chanchal S Mann, Una

Parties must introspect

Apropos of ‘Saini is back’; to the dismay and distress of the Congress, the BJP managed to pull off a comfortable victory against all odds. It is rightly stated in the editorial that the dynamics of electoral politics are such that the seat tally often hides the subtext. It is natural that the BJP is in very high spirits and gloating over the decisive win. But both parties need to give a thought to this verdict. The Congress should introspect as to why its expectations ended in a fiasco. The BJP should also take cognisance of the fact that the list of grievances across the state is long and the mandate is for far better governance, not more of the same.

Roshan Lal Goel, Ladwa

A call for change

With reference to ‘Saini is back’; the resounding mandate for Nayab Singh Saini and the BJP in Haryana is more a call for change than an endorsement of past governance. While Saini’s return as CM marks a personal triumph, it is essential that his administration avoids the overconfidence that cost the Congress dear. Voters did not merely reject anti-incumbency; they signalled a desire for governance that delivers on promises. Saini must bridge the gap between rhetoric and reality, particularly on the pressing state issues. His Cabinet’s careful balance of caste and regional considerations sets the tone, but it is effective governance — not political manoeuvring — that will define his tenure.

Amanjot Kaur, by mail

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