| Time to abolish Agniveer Scheme, hold regular Army recruitment: Tony | | |  Early Times Report
SUCHETGARH, May 12: Senior Congress leader and DDC Member from Suchetgarh, Taranjit Singh Tony, has come down heavily on the BJP-led central government for agreeing to a ceasefire at a time when India had the upper hand against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. He termed the move a "strategic and moral defeat," stating that this was the right time to settle scores with Pakistan and move towards reclaiming Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).
"This was the best opportunity to deal a final blow to Pakistan and dismantle its terror infrastructure once and for all. Instead, we've handed over a lifeline to the enemy. This ceasefire benefits Pakistan far more than it does India," Tony said in a press release issued here today.
He further questioned the government's decision-making process, asking, "Did the BJP government start the military operation with permission from the United States? And now, have we stopped under their pressure? Who is the US to dictate terms to us when our national sovereignty and territorial integrity are at stake?"
Tony reminded the nation of the Pahalgam massacre, where 26 innocent tourists were brutally killed, asking, "Where was the US then? When India bleeds, we stand alone. But when we act, we're told to hold back. This clearly shows how we've silently surrendered to foreign dictation, and that's unacceptable."
Highlighting the need for genuine national security reforms, Tony called for the abolition of the Agniveer Scheme and demanded immediate resumption of regular army recruitment. "India needs a strong, experienced, and motivated armed force, not contractual soldiers. The Agniveer scheme undermines the very fabric of our military preparedness," he said.
In a deeply emotional tribute, Tony saluted the martyrs, civilians, and brave security forces who laid down their lives in the line of duty. "It's a big salute to every soldier and citizen who made the supreme sacrifice for this nation. They won the battle with unmatched courage - but unfortunately, our leadership has lost the war by choosing compromise over conviction," he said.
He urged the government to honour and suitably reward the martyrs' families, emphasizing that mere words are not enough - action must follow to uphold the dignity of their sacrifice.
Tony said, "The people of this country, especially in border areas like Jammu and Kashmir, are ready to endure temporary hardships if it means a final and lasting end to terrorism. Let us not waste this moment - let us rise above politics and act in the true spirit of nationalism." |
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