We Often Get Obsessed with Land Borders and Forget the Ocean

 

"The focus on 'Invisible Enemies' was a brilliant masterstroke. Moving the conversation beyond physical borders to cyber threats, fake news, and economic warfare has truly redefined how we perceive national security. An absolute eye-opener for every citizen."

-        Ashish Kesarwani, Delhi

"The Hon'ble Defence Minister’s clarity on 'Operation Sindoor' and the shift toward a proactive, tech-driven security doctrine was electrifying. It gives us immense confidence to see the government adopting a 'zero tolerance' policy that combines political will with military might."

- Arushi Anthal, Jammu

"Maj. Gen. Mallick’s article on AI-driven radicalisation was chilling yet necessary. It highlights a silent war being fought on our smartphones. This piece should be mandatory reading for educators and parents to understand the digital trap set for our youth."

- Mukesh Shankar Bharti, Bihar

"Lt. Gen. Gurmeet Singh’s perspective on treating border villages as India’s 'First Villages' rather than the last was deeply touching. His insights on reverse migration and cultural tourism offer a practical roadmap for integrating these remote areas into the national mainstream."

- Dr. Jayadev Parida, Odisha

"S.P. Vaid’s personal account of surviving an ambush and his philosophy on community policing was powerful. It reminded us that while drones and missiles are important, the ultimate battle for security is won by winning the hearts and minds of the locals."

- Dr. Saleem Ahmad, Uttar Pradesh

"The transformation of the Border Roads Organisation described by Lt. Gen. Chaudhari is phenomenal. Reading about the world’s highest tunnels and all-weather connectivity makes every Indian proud of our engineering prowess in the most hostile terrains."

- Dr. N. Rohen Meetei, Manipur

"Anchoring Bharat’s Future' was a refreshing read. We often get obsessed with land borders and forget the ocean. The Vice Admiral effectively argued that our economic destiny and energy security are tied to a strong blue-water navy."

- Devendra Rajan, Delhi 

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  Seema Sanghosh English: January 2026