We all condemn violence - be it in Nandigram or anywhere across the world. But, violence is a necessity at times. When we defend our border with Pakistan or wage a violent war for a barren hill called Kargil, then it takes the flavor of nationalism and patriotism. Then why are Nandigram and Buddhadeb being criticized? Nandigram is not a barren hill, and much worth fighting for. And the enemy here is Maoists and criminals of Trinamool Congress who had laid siege over the area since the last 10 months. Buddhadeb has shown considerable patience to try and reason with these elements to leave the area, but finally he had no choice. The State Police Intelligence report had clearly shown the influx of the Maoists. They had been training the goonda elements in warfare. Buddha did what he should have done much before. Cleanse the dirt. What choice does anybody have, if armed criminals enter your house and throw you out proclaiming your house as their own? Anybody will take to arms to clean them up. Well done Buddha.
As for the Intellectuals, who stay closeted in Kolkatta and have no contact with the ground reality, I only ask them – Where were they when the Maoists and Trinamool criminals were ravaging Nandigram ten months back?
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