Re: War Mongering Hysteria by Indian Media & Officials
I can’t read Urdu but i’m quite sure there wont be a war over the recent events. Such events across the border have been happening since Jan and the hype in that time has gone up and down. The dosti bus was stopped for a few moments by 200-300 people which is hardly many in a country of a billion. There will always be war mongering and sensational voices in the public and media on both sides but there are also many rational voices as well but often they are the silent ones. Everyone knows conflict is not in anyone’s interest. Unfortunately due to the lack of people-people interaction contact between both countries lot of stereotypes and misconceptions exist. Few people are aware of the peace initiatives taking place in both countries like the group of cyclists traveling from a southmost point in India to Islamabad and planning to deliver a 5000 signature petition to both prime ministers so that a joint celebration can be held between both countries on 14th and 15th. Apparently they also got some politicians to sign. Already they have cycled 3000km. Hopefully this cycle trip is also receiving coverage. 77-year-old doctor pedals for peace - The Times of India A tour de force for peace - The Hindu