Towards a peaceful subcontinent! |
STATESMANSHIP is not judged by loud rhetoric, emotional reaction, or military bravado.
It is measured by restraint, maturity, vision, and the ability to think beyond personal prestige. Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands at such a critical juncture. His choices will determine not only India’s trajectory, but the stability of the entire South Asian region. In May 2025, when tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply, Mr. Modi chose the path of confrontation. Relying heavily on military muscle, aggressive declarations, and emotional nationalism, he attempted to prove strength through force. However, the outcome did not match his expectations. Instead of strategic gains, India faced political embarrassment, humiliation, military strain, and international scrutiny. The emotional and confrontational posture, which initially appeared bold to his supporters, soon turned into a sobering lesson in regional realities.
In the heated aftermath, fueled by frustration and internal political pressure, Mr. Modi reportedly declared that India would take such revenge that Pakistan’s very map would disappear from the world stage. Such statements may ignite applause in charged political rallies, but they reflect emotionalism rather than mature statesmanship. It did not take long for the realization to dawn that escalating another conflict could have catastrophic consequences. Pakistan’s........