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Helping hands are better than praying lips
Helping hands are better than praying lips
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Over past few months, a large portion of news appearing in national media links somehow or the other Pakistan military or Inter Services Intelligence agency in almost all sensitive issues. These infamous issues include Mehran Bank money scandal, missing persons case, the memogate and lately the killing of Domki women belonging to Bugti family. Without any doubt, the prevalent situation presents a sorry state of affairs in the country.
The edifice of armed forces is erected upon respect, honour and professional competence, which helps this state institution to protect the national esteem while maintaining its pride. Among other state institutions, armed forces of Pakistan are one such organization that has always played a significant role in assisting peace and tranquillity in the country. At the time of need, Pakistan army has never disappointed the nation and government in imparting its duties satisfactorily. It is true that there have been certain shortcomings and limitations which have come to limelight over the years, however, the efficiency and dedication displayed by the armed forces of Pakistan is commendable indeed.
In the changing threat perception and internal dynamics of our country the increased participation of forces in operations other than war, as our short history depicts, has been imperative. Because it has been a custom now that apart from its traditional and expected role, Pakistan army has been repeatedly called upon for the tasks/duties which were well beyond the scope of its ordinary call of duty. From fighting war on terror to quell with internal instability to relief operations in the country, there is no sphere where Military has not been put to test. The instability, corruption and wrong decisions that have always marred our political scenario and calamities with no worthwhile civil organization to produce result up top the expectation of people has always compelled the masses to look towards the military to assist in normalizing these critical situations.
But despite subservience to the rule of law, questions are framed doubting its sincerity. One of the questions in fashions is that why Pakistan army intervenes and interrupts the civilian governance whereas the much asked question should have been why the political system and the stalwarts show incompetence, negligence and dishonesty? This is the high time that we should say goodbye to the idea that army is keen to disrupt the political system. At the same time we must admit that the army, judiciary, establishment and other patriotic forces have always supported the civilian government despite all sorts of labels on latters poor governance, corruption etc.
In present day scenario, we especially need to appreciate Pakistan army and the ISI for preventing all kind of aggression by both our naked and cloaked enemies and safeguarding territorial integrity of our motherland. The significant role played by army and the ISI in bringing normalcy in relations with when called upon by a political authority or in any untoward and critical situation at national and international level is laudable, indeed.
Therefore, it is high time for us to act sombre and not fall prey to the enemies within. Our army and the intelligence agency are the backbones of our country. We are only going through a rough patch that is not going to last long, however, all we need is to stand united and display a responsible and mature attitude towards issues of national interest. Dragging the Pakistan army and ISI into courts for infamous events merely to settle personal vendettas is likely to bring embarrassment to the perpetrators and the country at the international level.
The impact of injured image and bruised prestige of army and ISI will have its impact on entire nation also. Besides, mud slinging on the army and ISI may result into deepening jealousies and contemptuous environment. It is call of the hour to rise above and put a halt to the internal smoldering before it becomes a volcanic surge.
Helping hands are better than praying lips
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Over past few months, a large portion of news appearing in national media links somehow or the other Pakistan military or Inter Services Intelligence agency in almost all sensitive issues. These infamous issues include Mehran Bank money scandal, missing persons case, the memogate and lately the killing of Domki women belonging to Bugti family. Without any doubt, the prevalent situation presents a sorry state of affairs in the country.
The edifice of armed forces is erected upon respect, honour and professional competence, which helps this state institution to protect the national esteem while maintaining its pride. Among other state institutions, armed forces of Pakistan are one such organization that has always played a significant role in assisting peace and tranquillity in the country. At the time of need, Pakistan army has never disappointed the nation and government in imparting its duties satisfactorily. It is true that there have been certain shortcomings and limitations which have come to limelight over the years, however, the efficiency and dedication displayed by the armed forces of Pakistan is commendable indeed.
In the changing threat perception and internal dynamics of our country the increased participation of forces in operations other than war, as our short history depicts, has been imperative. Because it has been a custom now that apart from its traditional and expected role, Pakistan army has been repeatedly called upon for the tasks/duties which were well beyond the scope of its ordinary call of duty. From fighting war on terror to quell with internal instability to relief operations in the country, there is no sphere where Military has not been put to test. The instability, corruption and wrong decisions that have always marred our political scenario and calamities with no worthwhile civil organization to produce result up top the expectation of people has always compelled the masses to look towards the military to assist in normalizing these critical situations.
But despite subservience to the rule of law, questions are framed doubting its sincerity. One of the questions in fashions is that why Pakistan army intervenes and interrupts the civilian governance whereas the much asked question should have been why the political system and the stalwarts show incompetence, negligence and dishonesty? This is the high time that we should say goodbye to the idea that army is keen to disrupt the political system. At the same time we must admit that the army, judiciary, establishment and other patriotic forces have always supported the civilian government despite all sorts of labels on latters poor governance, corruption etc.
In present day scenario, we especially need to appreciate Pakistan army and the ISI for preventing all kind of aggression by both our naked and cloaked enemies and safeguarding territorial integrity of our motherland. The significant role played by army and the ISI in bringing normalcy in relations with when called upon by a political authority or in any untoward and critical situation at national and international level is laudable, indeed.
Therefore, it is high time for us to act sombre and not fall prey to the enemies within. Our army and the intelligence agency are the backbones of our country. We are only going through a rough patch that is not going to last long, however, all we need is to stand united and display a responsible and mature attitude towards issues of national interest. Dragging the Pakistan army and ISI into courts for infamous events merely to settle personal vendettas is likely to bring embarrassment to the perpetrators and the country at the international level.
The impact of injured image and bruised prestige of army and ISI will have its impact on entire nation also. Besides, mud slinging on the army and ISI may result into deepening jealousies and contemptuous environment. It is call of the hour to rise above and put a halt to the internal smoldering before it becomes a volcanic surge.
