Operation Sindoor has been a game changer; Pakistan has received a firm and fitting response (‘Revenge served hot’, May 18). A new war doctrine has been implemented successfully—deploying air power from a safe distance and leveraging advanced air defence systems to neutralise enemy missiles and drones.
We have stuck where it hurts the enemy the most—terrorist camps and airfields. Also, the long-standing nuclear bluff has been called out.
On the diplomatic front, an important lesson has emerged—never take the US support for granted. The message is clear—be strong, self-reliant, and united. Play your own game with confidence.
R.D. Singh,
On email.
India has sent a strong and unequivocal message to the world that it has zero tolerance for terrorism. The coordinated operation by our armed forces precisely targeted terrorist camps across Pakistan. Hats off to the brave men and women.
R.V. Baskaran,
On email.
While much of the discourse around the Pahalgam attack focuses on security lapses, it is equally important to recognise the role of certain local individuals who, in collusion with terrorists, acted out of vengeance. If stringent action is taken against such anti-national elements, terrorism and militancy will eventually wither away.
Udayakumar V.,
On email.
One of the chief reasons for the unrest among the Kashmiri population today is the lack of employment opportunities. A potential solution lies in setting up labour-intensive industries, such as garment manufacturing units. Kashmiri women can be trained as tailors, providing them with gainful employment and empowering them economically. Such units can also generate jobs for men, creating a broader employment base.
From my visits to Kashmir and interactions with the local people, I could clearly sense their frustration. Despite having access to good educational institutions, job opportunities remain scarce.
Sudhir Naik,
On email.
India has given a fitting response to Pakistan.
You may agree or disagree with Narendra Modi, but credit must be given where it is due: if any outsider challenges us, he ensures a strong and swift reply.
Unni Shivshankar,
On email.
Pakistan will now think twice before sponsoring terrorism against India. Let them spread lies, and celebrate hollow victories, but the truth is clear: Pakistan has been dealt a decisive blow. The pain is visible, and the humiliation is undeniable.
With Imran Khan still behind bars and their economy a shambles, Shehbaz Sharif’s political future hangs by a thread. And as for General Asim Munir—the man who set this chain of events in motion—peaceful sleep will now elude him.
Ratnakar Saha,
On email.
In the early hours of May 7, missiles rained down on Pakistan. For the first time since Pahalgam, I slept soundly.
My sincere gratitude to our armed forces. We are so proud of you.
Prahlad Shetty,
On email.
Unlike what happened after the Pulwama attack, critics of Modi did not question the government’s response to the Pahalgam attack.
There were people who even questioned whether the attack on the CRPF convoy in 2019 really happened as reported. Now, they have heard it straight from the horse’s mouth—a senior Pakistani air force official has gone on record saying that their men were involved in the attack.
All said, what is heartening is that the entire nation has stood united in the fight against terror.
Devika Balakeshvan,
On email.
More power to you
R. Prasannan has written about the pope’s role, his responsibilities, territorial influence, political dynamics, among other themes (‘Powerdrive’, May 18). He connected the historical insights to modern times. Kudos to Prasannan for his powerful words.
Chellappan Jothi,
On email.
Embrace mechanisation
It is disheartening to see Darjeeling tea facing an existential crisis (‘Brewing trouble’, May 18). Labour dissatisfaction is a recurring issue across industries, but it should not be the reason for the decline of such a treasured product.
The sensible way forward is to embrace mechanisation and harness technology wherever possible. It is mainly in countries like ours that labour issues tend to escalate in this manner.
Kuldeep Soni,
On email.
Compilation of Word Play
I have been an avid reader of THE WEEK for the past 15 years, and I must say that it stands out as the most balanced magazine when it comes to coverage of Indian politics. It takes courage to resist the temptation to follow what others are doing and continue standing tall—thank you for that.
I would also like to suggest the possibility of publishing a compilation of the Word Play section. It would be a big hit among quiz enthusiasts, both in India and abroad. If such a collection is not in the pipeline, I suppose I will have to dig into my stack of old issues and start cutting them out myself.
Kaushik Dasgupta,
On email.