India Gains Edge Over Pakistan, Says BJP Leader Shaurya Doval

Strategic Insights -

Shaurya Doval, the founder of India Foundation and a BJP leader, has opined that India has gained an edge over its neighbour, Pakistan, with the latter now posing a nuisance value rather than a strategic threat. Doval highlighted that India's economic growth is its key strength, and it is essential to manage its neighbourhood to create space for economic progress and gain a strategic advantage. He stressed that counter-terrorism should not be seen as a state's response alone but as a collective effort requiring societal preparation and protection.

Key Takeaways:

  • India has gained an edge over Pakistan, with the latter now posing a nuisance value rather than a strategic threat, according to BJP leader Shaurya Doval.
  • Economic growth is India's primary strength, and managing its neighbourhood is crucial to create space for economic progress and gain a strategic advantage.
  • Counter-terrorism should not be seen as a state's response alone but as a collective effort requiring societal preparation and protection.
  • India needs to empower its innovators and coders to take the lead in counter-terrorism efforts, especially in the realm of cybersecurity.
  • Private players should be roped in to fight cyberterrorism, and a comprehensive societal response is necessary alongside legal and military measures.

Statistics:

  • India's economic growth has been its key strength in gaining an edge over Pakistan.
  • 35% of India's GDP is attributed to its neighbours, and efforts should be made to bridge the economic gaps between India and its neighbours.
  • India is making strides in bridging the economic gaps, with increases in trade, technology, and infrastructure.
  • India is one of the few countries actively engaging in the technological battle against cybercrime and terrorism.

Sources:

  • PTI (Press Trust of India)
  • The Northlines (Aug 9, 2024)