Blasts at Varanasi

Blasts at Varanasi

The main aim of such attacks is to create fear in the minds of people and spark communal tensions. The sites chosen for the blast stands testimony to this. The best response by the people is to stay calm without reacting to such provocation. It is much easier said than done as the seeds of insecurity that have been sown may have a domino effect.

The support of the goverment and the people to those affected can mitigate the risk of further communal clashes. It is very important for the politicians to express solidarity and help people in distress than starting a blame game. It is time that our politicians acted more responsibly than attributing the blasts to Bush or Howard's visit when the issue is much deeper than that. When the whole nation is waiting for the claimants to make a statement, irresponsible comments from respected people is very comdemnable and does not help to defuse the situation.

The government must come down heavily on the groups behind such attacks. It is very worrisome to see many such attacks taking place in the last few months. This will create fear and insecurity progressively. The security system in place should go for a review as the situation is changing fast.

Let us hope that those responsible are brought to justice and the fears of people are allayed, while we pray for the departed souls to rest in peace.

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