Could Guna BJP MLA's Call for Mandatory Military Training Prevent Civil Unrest?

Guna, Sep 11 (NationPress) Bharatiya Janata Party MLA, Pannalal Shakya, delivered a stark warning during a state-level sports event in Madhya Pradesh's Guna, suggesting that India might be on the brink of experiencing internal turmoil similar to that of its neighboring countries. He proposed that mandatory military training be implemented for youth aged between 18 and 30 years across the nation.

While speaking at the conclusion of the 69th State-Level Judo Boxing Championship and a scooter distribution ceremony for outstanding Class 12 students from government schools, Shakya expressed, "Countries like Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have crumbled under civil unrest. Without proper preparation, India may also face civil war."

The legislator from Guna urged the district administration to send his written request to the Union Home and Defence Ministries for the swift execution of military training for young citizens.

"We must take immediate action. If a crisis arises tomorrow, who will step up? It is inevitable -- I say this with certainty because I can foresee it approaching," he stated.

Shakya's comments were part of a larger address focused on national security, given at the Government Excellence School's Nodal Sports Centre.

While he recognized the significance of sports, development, and India's goal to emerge as a 'Vishwa Guru' (world leader), he emphasized that protecting the nation's future should come first.

By drawing parallels with regional instability, Shakya remarked, "There has been chaos in Lanka, a coup in Bangladesh, Afghanistan is devastated, terrorism prevails in Pakistan, and Nepal has recently faltered. Now, all eyes are on India."

He also cautioned that without proper readiness, even students who received scooters could find themselves at risk.

"If we do not remain vigilant, someone might attack them and steal their scooters," he remarked, addressing the District Magistrate directly.

This statement has ignited discussions regarding the implications and tone of Shakya's comments, although no official response has yet been issued by the state or Central government.

In Nepal, protests from the 'Gen Z' have nominated former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as the interim Prime Minister amidst significant student-led demonstrations against the ruling government over allegations of corruption and insensitivity to public suffering.

The violent protests marked one of the gravest political upheavals in decades, resulting in at least 19 fatalities and over 300 injuries due to police interventions.