Letter to BS: India should hold talks with Pak to redeem present situation

It is unfortunate, yet understandable, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi (pictured) has come to the conclusion that “time for talks has passed”. The Pulwama attack might have led to this conclusion. However, it is when things get worse, talks need to be held to redeem the situation. The decision of not to resume talks will only prolong the hostilities and tension. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s readiness for “talks on terror” and guaranteed action on actionable evidence is hard to believe.

There is no escape for India and Pakistan from relying on “talks” as the only way to edge towards an