Violence at JNU

It is hard to know who the real culprits are in the JNU fracas because both have their own version. But the question is, who were those who stopped new registration and damaged the system? Who gave them the right to beat those who registered themselves? Then, why did guards allow those who covered their faces? The police is being blamed for not stopping the violence, while a few days ago, it was being abused for entering the campus. The main reason of violence in universities is political interference, because they can easily find such mischievous elements there. Some of them have spent so many years in universities, as their aim is not a degree, but goondagardi and politics. The aim of a university should be to decorate students with degree, knowledge, good experience and a bright career. But these selfish politicians have not only ruined the country, but also students. Some political leaders reached the university as if they knew something was going to happen there.

SUKHWANT S BHULLAR, Chandigarh

Sense of importance

Apropos ‘Would have prevented JNU violence: Ex-top cop’ (Jan 13), it has become a fashion for those who enjoyed power and perks liberally when they were in saddle, to become critics of those who are in their place after retirement, or while leaving the office. They want to remain in news by self-praise. There are many such examples: a former RBI Governor, Raghuram Rajan, wants to remain in the headlines by criticising the present dispensation, forgetting his past tenure. In this case, the former cop has said the police could have acted even ‘without the VC’s request’. On the contrary, in the case of Jamia Millia Islamia, the police’s entry into the university campus, without VC’s permission, was questioned.

Ashok kumar, Jalandhar

SC shows the way

The decision of the apex court to restore the Internet services in J&K will go a long way in constraining the ability of governments. This decision has certainly brought a sigh of relief to residents. The communication clampdown has hugely impacted the people, especially those engaged in trade, commerce and academics. The decision will strengthen the march towards democracy and transparency, as the court has said Internet freedom is part of the freedom of expression and cannot be curbed. Not only has the court opened the door for liberty, it has strengthened democracy.

SK Khosla, Chandigarh

Acid attacks continue

The recent NCRB report estimated the number of acid assault incidents in 2018 at 228. Two out of every three victims are women. And criminals are not proven guilty. Is this the status of security for women in the country? The criminals are moving freely, and they will do this again and again. Keeping CAA aside, the government should focus on women safety and make strict and effective laws.

Sonali choudhary, Jammu

Films change little

Apropos ‘Burning issue’ (Jan 13), the question is, is the life struggle of a victim of such a heinous crime just a script for Bollywood? The case of Lakshmi is being highlighted by the media for years, yet, according to the NCRB, there were 228 incidents of acid attack in 2018. Do movies on such subjects really change the mindset of people? Such movies can be termed successful only if they are able to make a positive difference.

Surbhi Attreya, Meerut

Women vulnerable

Reference to the January 13 editorial ‘Burning issue’; kudos to the producer and the lead actor of Chhapaak, who have again brought to the fore the vital issue of women safety. The government’s inability to implement the laws stringently shows its apathy towards half of the nation’s population. While the Home Minister is busy deciding the nationality issue, women of this nation feel insecure, uncared for and vulnerable to attacks. It is indeed a sorry state of affairs for our country that even in the 21st century the patriarchial mindset of society still hampers the equal status for women. It is time our nation stands up for its women if we wish to achieve a big economic target.

Speeha, Bathinda

More power to IAF

Refer to ‘IAF to receive 200 more fighter jets’ (Jan 13); the way the government is focusing on defence, it is clear that the government is aware of the challenges being faced by its neighbours. The decision to bring 200 fighter aircraft will prove to be a boon for the IAF, as recently the MIG 27 fighter aircraft has been retired from the IAF. The decision to induct 200 aircraft will increase the strength of our Air Force. But these aircraft should have been brought before the retirement of MIG 27. The government is not compromising with the security of the country, which is reassuring.

Narayan Hari, Chandigarh

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