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Jaipur blasts

The serial bomb blasts in Jaipur have exposed the loopholes in our security system. There are two important factors that contribute to terrorism. One, soft-pedalling by the government and, two, the support the terrorist groups receive from certain sections of people. While we may disagree with a lot of things the western nations do, we must adopt their methods to protect our citizens from terrorist attacks. There has not been a single terror attack in the U.S. after 9/11. Zero-tolerance to terrorism and strong laws such as POTA are the need of the hour.

Y. Suresh,

Hyderabad

It is necessary to enact laws like TADA and POTA to curb terrorism. But the misuse of such laws should be checked. The government, therefore, while enacting an anti-terrorism law, should provide adequate safeguards, including a monitoring body, to guard against its misuse.

Shadab Husain,

Lucknow

As a nation troubled frequently by bomb blasts and the loss of innocent lives, we are not interested in the ‘why’ of terrorism. We want to know the ‘how’ of such dastardly happenings on our soil.

B.R. Kumar,

Chennai

It is a paradox that our nation, despite spending huge money on defence, is unsafe. The intermittent terrorist attacks deserve not only the condemnation of our politicians but also action on the ground.

Deepak Singh,

Bhopal

Tightening security after a terror attack serves little purpose. Security should be permanent. Terrorists have the freedom to choose the location and timing of the attack. The thought that every Indian city is vulnerable to terror attacks of this magnitude is worrying. The government must crack down on the terrorists.

Anand Radhakrishnan,

Aluva

The latest terror attacks in the name of jihad in Jaipur are cowardly, inhuman and reprehensible. Islam neither sanctions nor gives blanket powers to the so-called jihadis to snuff out innocent lives. Islam implores jihadis to be morally upright and virtuous.

P. Nirmala Rao,

Guntur

No religion endorses the brutal killing of innocent people. Acts of terrorism are planned by those who have no real knowledge of religion. They are born out of frustration, hatred for fellow human beings and vindictiveness. This is not the time for us to engage in blame game. There is an urgent need for all sections to strengthen the government’s efforts to fight terrorism by exercising vigilance and weaning away the misguided youth from the influence of mindless, inhuman groups.

Rameeza A. Rasheed,

Chennai

Serial blasts have become common in our country and so far, not a single case of human tragedy has been cracked. We have lost faith in our security system because after every terrorist strike, the security agencies issue a statement blaming some Muslim militant outfit for it as though other similar organisations have given up arms. Innocent people are then tortured to make confessional statements. If the government is really concerned about the loss of lives, the cases should be handed over to reputed, foreign investigating agencies.

R.G. Khan,

Aligarh

It is believed that a section of those resorting to terrorism do so to avenge the injustice done to their community. There is a clear case for introspection. Victims of communalism are not awarded speedy and legitimate justice either due to lack of conviction or delay in legal proceedings. This forces them to take the law into their hands. Soon, we see such impatience spreading to other sections that have been denied justice. It is imperative that we address the issue judiciously.

The country seems to be losing out by just depending on pre-emptive tactics. An effective, open dialogue with militant outfits, assuring them that their grievances would be addressed, may alleviate the situation. At least the impression of a sincere attempt to solve their problems could cool them down.

Kamil Mohammed,

Aluva

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