This refers to the editorial, “A diplomatic offensive” (September 21). Relations between India and Pakistan have plunged in the last few months, starting with Pakistan's alleged involvement in the Pathankot terror attack early this year. Every such attack is an act of war against India. Until now, New Delhi has been acting in a matured and diplomatic way, at the cost of its brave soldiers, but with little fruition. Restraint is not a virtue that can be practised without paying regard to the context and circumstance. There ought to be a clear line of action.
India needs a strong anti-terrorism policy. It is imperative to understand the terrorists' operational environment and know their modus operandi and targeting patterns. There must be concerted efforts to gather intelligence from places where terrorists conceal themselves and seek to establish and hide their infrastructure. A comprehensive national policy is essential to deal with domestic militancy as well as cross-border terrorism.