There is no other important talking point that matters when it comes to defending and defining the not so healthy relationship between the two countries. Any two countries or more are supposed to live in a symbiotic relationship with each other in order to have tranquillity maintained between them, and for that to happen, communication and relationship building are must. They are like the cornerstones in peacemaking. But what happens when there is a failure in communication? The results are calamitous; there are Wars of succession, Invasions take place, there are guerrilla wars etc. Why do these take place? This means someone is at fault or maybe both. If we talk about the relationship between India and Pakistan, especially how it is seen by the two countries, it automatically becomes a situation where Nationalism is the easiest spot to be triggered so as to prepare the cross-border civilians against each other and Kashmir became an integral part of this massive violence.
This all began after the partition of British India into two new countries; Dominion of India which emerged as a Hindu Nation and Dominion of Pakistan emerging as the Islamic Republic with majority of Muslims. The mass migration that immediately took place after the partition resulted in so many people losing their lives and being separated from their families. Few places came under the topography of Pakistan, while others under Indian topography leaving behind Jammu and Kashmir(the largest of all princely states), which is the centre of Violence between the two nations. After Independence, the princely states of India were asked to accede either to Pakistan or India. The Maharajah of Jammu and Kashmir, Hari Singh, who was a Hindu ruler himself, governing the Muslim majority state, wanted the place to be an Independent territory because he feared that the Muslims living here would be unhappy if he joined India and at the same time, Hindu's and Sikh's would become vulnerable if he joined Pakistan. Then in the context of Pakistani supported rebellion, he agreed to join India just to protect his region from the Pakistani raiders. Soon after that, Pakistan and India were involved in so many wars directly or indirectly. Both the Asian countries got involved in four wars;
the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947;
The first war between India and Pakistan began in October 1947 and ended in December 1948. Tribal forces with support form Pakistani Army broke out in certain parts of Kashmir forcing Maharajah to sign the Instrument of Accession after which Lord Mountbatten, the first Governor General of India air-lifted Indian troops for operation to counter the tribal incursion. In all, so many soldiers died and Pakistan was only able to acquire certain places which is called Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.
the Indo-Pakistan war of 1965;
It was the second conflict between the two countries over the status of Jammu and Kashmir. The war ended with UN intervention and ceasefire was declared yet again. After weeks of fighting, India managed to capture the Haji Pir Pass, a major victory for Indian soldiers. It was one of the epic Tank Battles fought between the two nations.
the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971;
This war didn't happen because of the Kashmir issue but because of the support that India gave to East Pakistan, now Bangladesh. The Pakistani failure to accommodate demands for autonomy in East Pakistan led to secessionist demands in 1971. As a result, Pakistan's armed forces launched a fierce campaign to suppress the resistance movement that had emerged. Thousands of East Pakistani's died at the hands of Pakistani army and so many refugees fled to the adjacent Indian state. India helped to design a strategy that would establish an independent nation of Bangladesh. Pakistan, who was unable to bear this Indian activity, launched the air-attacks in Ambala, Udhampur, Kashmir and Amritsar. The Indian Air Force retaliated the next day and achieved the air superiority. Pakistani's attacked so many places but Indian Army successfully held their positions.
the Indo-Pakistani War of 1999;
Commonly known as Kargil War, Pakistani troops infiltrated across the Line of Control and occupied Indian territory in the Kargil district. It was a military and diplomatic victory for India. India launched "Operation Vijay" to clear the Kargil sector of infiltration by Pakistani soldiers.
Not to forget the Siachen War; which took place over the disputed Siachen Glacier in Kashmir region. The war began in 1984 with India's successful "Operation Meghdoot" during which it gained control over Siachen Glacier. India has now an established control over the whole place as well as its three main passes Sia La, Bilafond La and Gyong La. Pakistan controls the places west to the Saltoro Ridge.
Kashmir insurgency of 1989;
When so many people were forced to leave their Native places because several new militant groups emerged in the state and most of which held radical Islamic views.
The ties between India and Pakistan are just not limited to some wars. There were some friendly gestures from India and some from the other side as well;
This all began after the partition of British India into two new countries; Dominion of India which emerged as a Hindu Nation and Dominion of Pakistan emerging as the Islamic Republic with majority of Muslims. The mass migration that immediately took place after the partition resulted in so many people losing their lives and being separated from their families. Few places came under the topography of Pakistan, while others under Indian topography leaving behind Jammu and Kashmir(the largest of all princely states), which is the centre of Violence between the two nations. After Independence, the princely states of India were asked to accede either to Pakistan or India. The Maharajah of Jammu and Kashmir, Hari Singh, who was a Hindu ruler himself, governing the Muslim majority state, wanted the place to be an Independent territory because he feared that the Muslims living here would be unhappy if he joined India and at the same time, Hindu's and Sikh's would become vulnerable if he joined Pakistan. Then in the context of Pakistani supported rebellion, he agreed to join India just to protect his region from the Pakistani raiders. Soon after that, Pakistan and India were involved in so many wars directly or indirectly. Both the Asian countries got involved in four wars;
the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947;
The first war between India and Pakistan began in October 1947 and ended in December 1948. Tribal forces with support form Pakistani Army broke out in certain parts of Kashmir forcing Maharajah to sign the Instrument of Accession after which Lord Mountbatten, the first Governor General of India air-lifted Indian troops for operation to counter the tribal incursion. In all, so many soldiers died and Pakistan was only able to acquire certain places which is called Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.
the Indo-Pakistan war of 1965;
It was the second conflict between the two countries over the status of Jammu and Kashmir. The war ended with UN intervention and ceasefire was declared yet again. After weeks of fighting, India managed to capture the Haji Pir Pass, a major victory for Indian soldiers. It was one of the epic Tank Battles fought between the two nations.
the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971;
This war didn't happen because of the Kashmir issue but because of the support that India gave to East Pakistan, now Bangladesh. The Pakistani failure to accommodate demands for autonomy in East Pakistan led to secessionist demands in 1971. As a result, Pakistan's armed forces launched a fierce campaign to suppress the resistance movement that had emerged. Thousands of East Pakistani's died at the hands of Pakistani army and so many refugees fled to the adjacent Indian state. India helped to design a strategy that would establish an independent nation of Bangladesh. Pakistan, who was unable to bear this Indian activity, launched the air-attacks in Ambala, Udhampur, Kashmir and Amritsar. The Indian Air Force retaliated the next day and achieved the air superiority. Pakistani's attacked so many places but Indian Army successfully held their positions.
the Indo-Pakistani War of 1999;
Commonly known as Kargil War, Pakistani troops infiltrated across the Line of Control and occupied Indian territory in the Kargil district. It was a military and diplomatic victory for India. India launched "Operation Vijay" to clear the Kargil sector of infiltration by Pakistani soldiers.
Not to forget the Siachen War; which took place over the disputed Siachen Glacier in Kashmir region. The war began in 1984 with India's successful "Operation Meghdoot" during which it gained control over Siachen Glacier. India has now an established control over the whole place as well as its three main passes Sia La, Bilafond La and Gyong La. Pakistan controls the places west to the Saltoro Ridge.
Kashmir insurgency of 1989;
When so many people were forced to leave their Native places because several new militant groups emerged in the state and most of which held radical Islamic views.
The ties between India and Pakistan are just not limited to some wars. There were some friendly gestures from India and some from the other side as well;
Shimla Summit; signed in 1972 was an attempt made from both the government's to put an end to the conflicts which had somehow got stuck to the relationship between India and Pakistan. The agreement was signed between Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, the President of Pakistan and Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India. Kashmir became a Bilateral issue and would be resolved by Bilateral negotiations, not involving any third party, even the United Nations. Both the nations will respect each other's unity, political independence and sovereignty equality. In Jammu and Kashmir, the line of Control resulting from cease-fire of December 17, 1971 shall be respected by both the sides without any prejudice to the recognised position of either side.
Agra Summit; which lasted for two days 14-16 July, 2001 was organised with an aim of resolving long-standing issues between India and Pakistan. President Musharraf and Prime Minister Vajpayee, discussed the Kashmir Issue, cross-border terrorism, nuclear risk reduction, release of prisoners of war and commercial ties. The peace talks however failed and the Agra Treaty was a failure
Lahore Summit; was signed on 21st February 1999. Both India and Pakistan shall intensify their efforts to resolve all issues, including the issue of Jammu and Kashmir, shall refrain from the intervention and interference in each other's internal affairs, shall take immediate steps for reducing the risk of accidental or unauthorised use of nuclear weapons and discuss concepts and doctrines with a view to elaborating measures for confidence building in the nuclear and conventional fields, aimed at prevention of conflict.
Delhi-Lahore Bus Service; also known as Sada-e-Sarhad was a bus service connecting New Delhi to the city of Lahore via the Wagah Border. In its inaugural run, the Bus carried the then PM Vajpayee to Lahore who had to attend the Lahore Summit and was received by the Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif. The bus service was not halted even after the 1999 war, but was halted in 2001 after the Parliamentary attacks.
Samjhauta Express; a friendly train service that would run between New Delhi and Attari in India and Lahore in Pakistan.
Our present Prime Minister, Narendra Modi broke all limits of rivalry and invited the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif on his Oath Taking Ceremony. Modi even made a surprise visit to Pakistan for a meeting with Sharif becoming the fourth Indian PM to visit Pakistan. Amid the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan, a friendly gesture by Foreign Minister, Sushma Swaraj won the hearts of so many people especially the members of Pakistani Youth Delegation that had come to visit Chandigarh for participation in Global Youth Peace Festival by sending them back to their native place safely. The girls were scared whether they would be able to return back home following the Indian Army's surgical strikes across LOC.
Pakistan has now become a synonym for words like hypocrite and traitor. Imagine, you doing the best you can do, to mend your relations with your friend and one day they blow you off by doing something that is really horrific in nature, like they were planning to demolish you at each step when your just trying to be affectionate to them. What exactly is the problem with this place? Why can't they have their own safe haven and be happy? What is this behaviour of always wanting more and more? Consider Pakistan as this one friend who always tries to knock you down even if everyone is against it. Terrorist activities emanating from Pakistani soil has been acknowledged worldwide. There are n number of terrorist incidents in India which are sponsored by Pakistan. Naming a Few of them;
1993 Bombay Bombings;
2002 Red Fort Bombings;
2001 J&K Assembly Attacks;
2001 Indian Parliament Attacks;
2005 Delhi Bombings;
2006 Varanasi Bombings;
2006 Mumbai Train Bombings;
2008 Jaipur Bombings;
2008 Ahmedabad Bombings;
Pakistan has now become a synonym for words like hypocrite and traitor. Imagine, you doing the best you can do, to mend your relations with your friend and one day they blow you off by doing something that is really horrific in nature, like they were planning to demolish you at each step when your just trying to be affectionate to them. What exactly is the problem with this place? Why can't they have their own safe haven and be happy? What is this behaviour of always wanting more and more? Consider Pakistan as this one friend who always tries to knock you down even if everyone is against it. Terrorist activities emanating from Pakistani soil has been acknowledged worldwide. There are n number of terrorist incidents in India which are sponsored by Pakistan. Naming a Few of them;
1993 Bombay Bombings;
2002 Red Fort Bombings;
2001 J&K Assembly Attacks;
2001 Indian Parliament Attacks;
2005 Delhi Bombings;
2006 Varanasi Bombings;
2006 Mumbai Train Bombings;
2008 Jaipur Bombings;
2008 Ahmedabad Bombings;
2008 Delhi Bombings;
2008 Mumbai Attacks;
2011 Mumbai Bombings;
2015 Gurdaspur Attacks;
2016 Pathankot Attacks;
2016 Pampore Attacks;
2016 Uri Attacks;
2016 Handwara attack at Rashtriya Riffles;
Pakistan is such a nation that shows solidarity when the terrorists or so called Jihadi's sponsored by them are thrashed brutally by the Indian soldiers claiming them as "Young Leaders murdered by India". This can clearly be seen and heard in the speech given by Nawaz Sharif at the United Nations general assembly speech:
"A new generation of Kashmiris has risen spontaneously against India’s illegal occupation – demanding freedom from occupation. Burhan Wani, the young leader murdered by Indian forces, has emerged as the symbol of the latest Kashmiri Intifada, a popular and peaceful freedom movement, led by Kashmiris, young and old, men and women, armed only with an undying faith in the legitimacy of their cause, and a hunger for freedom in their hearts."
Pakistan is such a nation that shows solidarity when the terrorists or so called Jihadi's sponsored by them are thrashed brutally by the Indian soldiers claiming them as "Young Leaders murdered by India". This can clearly be seen and heard in the speech given by Nawaz Sharif at the United Nations general assembly speech:
"A new generation of Kashmiris has risen spontaneously against India’s illegal occupation – demanding freedom from occupation. Burhan Wani, the young leader murdered by Indian forces, has emerged as the symbol of the latest Kashmiri Intifada, a popular and peaceful freedom movement, led by Kashmiris, young and old, men and women, armed only with an undying faith in the legitimacy of their cause, and a hunger for freedom in their hearts."
He even mentioned that " steps should be taken by UN to de-militarize J&K and undertake consultations with India, Pakistan and the true representatives of Kashmiri people to implement the resolutions of the Security Council". What steps are you talking about? The steps that should have been implemented by you long ago, only if you were willing to take them seriously. Speaking about how Terrorism is the biggest violation of human rights won't help. Who finances these Terror outfits? Why always the ones who intrude confess that they were trained in Pakistan? You pay a little heed to righteousness. What I don't understand is how can you provide shelter to these UN designated terrorists. Instead of making some groundless allegations on the ones who always have put the friendly hand first, try self analysing the maltreatment that you are bringing about in your own country, including Balochistan. Sushma Swaraj very rightly mentioned in her UN speech that:
"We have attempted a paradigm of friendship in the last two years which is without precedent. We conveyed Eid greetings to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, wished success to his cricket team... And what did we get in return? Pathankot, Bahadur Ali, and Uri."
This time the Indian Army took action at an appropriate time. The surgical strike in Pakistani territory was carried out by India to address the Mass-Anger among the people after the terror attack at an army base in Uri this month. Eliminating terrorism through any means can't be immoral in anyway. Boycotting SAARC was the next step taken by India and it got support from other countries like Bhutan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
This time the Indian Army took action at an appropriate time. The surgical strike in Pakistani territory was carried out by India to address the Mass-Anger among the people after the terror attack at an army base in Uri this month. Eliminating terrorism through any means can't be immoral in anyway. Boycotting SAARC was the next step taken by India and it got support from other countries like Bhutan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
One can see that this is more an "Anti-India" feeling in Pakistan. Why is that the two nations are so apart today? because Pakistan has one of the most volatile and dangerous political setup and it was born due to the presumptions that Hindus and Muslims cannot live in harmony in a single nation. India and Pakistan can never be at peace, at least in their current forms. The conflicts will remain as long as the founding principles of Pakistan are not scrapped.
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