Indian Economy and Terrorism

The recent terror attacks in Mumbai, India took everyone by shock. Considered to be one of the most deadly attacks because of the sophistication level of the terrorists and the planning that went into the operation. Just a handful of terrorists brought down a nation on its knees for 3 days.

The Indian economy is one of the fastest growing in the world and India is predicted to become a superpower in the coming years. But can we become one?  If a secure environment for its people does not exist can trade flourish? So why can’t a nation of 1 billion protect its people. The defence strength is India is enormous and we have so many organizations and branch off organizations. But what about their efficiency? Are all of them co-ordinated? Do they have the latest training, equipment, tie-ups amongst themselves and with different agencies across countries? How could we not predict or get prior information on such an attack. If we had information, did it trickle down to the right people? Did we take action? If not, why not?

Corruption, to a large extent is at the core of it and is eating away into the efficiency of the system and the impact on the economy would be tremendous if appropriate steps are not taken to correct it. We need to prove to the world we are a safe country to do business with. The government needs to convince its people that it can take care of us and provide us a secure environment to grow.

The economy can only grow in a secure and stable environment.