An immature statement, and certainly not what one would expect from someone at your level!
If you are making direct allegations against Dhruv Rathee, the responsible course is to substantiate them with evidence and, if a cognisable offence is disclosed, approach the police and file an FIR. Disagreement, criticism, or personal dislike cannot replace evidence.
It is no secret that he faces intense criticism from sections of the ruling establishment’s supporters, including some self-proclaimed nationalist voices and a few employed veterans. But raising uncomfortable questions, taking a principled stand, and speaking truth to power require courage not conformity.
Look at the Agnipath controversy. Many senior and General-equivalent officers remained conspicuously silent, even when they had platforms to express their views publicly. That silence itself raises uncomfortable questions about institutional courage and moral responsibility.
What is even more alarming is the growing culture of “My Way or the Highway,” yes-men, and promotions that appear to reward conformity over independent thought. As veterans, we must reflect seriously on how this culture is affecting our military ethos, traditions, institutional integrity, and the very character of leadership we once pledged to uphold.
Our responsibility as veterans is to remain politically neutral, not politically selective. We must apply the same standards to every political party and government, irrespective of who is in power.
I openly appreciated the abrogation of Article 370. But that appreciation does not mean giving any government a blank cheque or remaining silent when allegations of corruption arise, or when people facing serious criminal allegations are elevated to positions of power. Every allegation must be examined fairly, and accountability must apply equally to all.
At least, Dhruv Rathee is raising questions and bringing alleged wrongdoing into public discussion. Instead of blindly dismissing him as anti-national, why not examine the evidence, challenge his claims with facts, and expose any inaccuracies through reasoned arguments?
Labelling someone anti-national merely because their views challenge those in power is not patriotism; it is an attempt to shut down scrutiny. Equally, supporting someone blindly is no substitute for independent judgment.
As veterans, we should defend principles, not personalities; demand evidence, not indulge in trolling; and question power, irrespective of who wields it.
A uniform may be taken off, but the courage to speak against injustice, the integrity to remain impartial, and the responsibility to put the nation above political loyalties must never be retired.
Nation First. Constitutional Values Above Political Loyalty. Truth Above Trolling.
#NationFirst #Veterans #MilitaryEthos #Accountability #ConstitutionalValues #SpeakUp #NoToTrolling
Sir, you are also doing the same work, but this young man has reached heights you couldn’t. You focus on criticising him and defending Modi, who introduced #Agniveer. Its flawed implementation has jeopardised the future of countless young people who dream of serving the nation.
I never understood what drives an adult middle class man to "defend" his favourite multi-billionaire or ultra-corrupt politician as if his life depended on it. Neither the rich nor the powerful give two shits about you. The guy that you are arguing with may become a good friend if you talk to him nicely. I think some people are born with a slave mindset, nothing else explains this
मोदी जी ने देश में आपातकाल लागू कर दिया है। मीडिया संस्थानों के मालिक भी अब सुरक्षित नहीं हैं। हिंदी ख़बर और लिविंग इंडिया ग्रुप के Editor-in-chief अतुल अग्रवाल को मोदी जी ने हरियाणा पुलिस से गिरफ्तार करवा दिया है क्योंकि उनका चैनल हरियाणा में लगातार फैल रहे नशे के कारोबार को पिछले कुछ दिनों से दिखा रहा था।
ये मोदी सरकार का बेहद शर्मनाक आचरण है और लोकतंत्र ख़त्म होने की निशानी है।
Just a reminder that most of the Indians shot at Jallianwala Bagh were shot by Indians in uniforms
Gen. Dyer didn’t kill them all himself
There are lessons in history that keep getting repeated