Is War the Answer? UP Minister Sanjay Nishad Responds to Pakistan’s Provocations Following Pahalgam Attack

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Key Takeaways
- Wisdom over war is a crucial approach advocated by Nishad.
- Pakistan's provocations are condemned amidst discussions of peace.
- Historical claims regarding Kashmir emphasize its Indian roots.
- Government actions against illegal madrasas are justified to prevent unlawful activities.
- Political accountability is called for, especially from the Congress party.
New Delhi, April 29 (NationPress) In light of the tragic terrorist incident in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in 26 fatalities, Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad condemned Pakistan's incendiary remarks and advocated for wisdom over war.
In an interview with IANS, addressing Pakistan's contradictory discourse of peace alongside threats of nuclear conflict, Nishad remarked, “The citizens of Pakistan are akin to us, but war is not the answer; wisdom is. It is crucial for rational individuals to take the lead. Pakistan must embrace wisdom. If Pakistan chooses to initiate conflict, they should recognize that modern India is not the India of yesteryears.”
Additionally, he made a historical assertion about Kashmir, declaring, “Pakistan Occupied Kashmir should be separated and returned to India. Kashmir is named after the sage Kashyap Rishi; it cannot be part of Pakistan.”
Regarding the Uttar Pradesh government's crackdown on illegal madrasas following the terror attack, Nishad defended the initiative by stating, “If something operates unlawfully, illegal activities are inevitable there. If society and the law deem them illegal, it justifies these actions.”
Nishad criticized the Congress party for questioning the government's response to the terror attack, claiming they lack the moral authority to comment.
“The Congress party governed for 67 years and failed to deliver solutions. They engaged in familial politics and created numerous issues. Now they seek answers? Those who fought for freedom face challenges today, while those who collaborated with the British prospered; they (Congress) devised such flawed policies,” he stated.
In a dig at Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav for his absence in visiting the victims' families, Nishad remarked, “If the victims belonged to a specific community, Akhilesh would have hurried to meet them. They only engage in vote-bank politics.”