UNCONVENTIONAL THINKERS

                      Are we really moving towards ATMANIRBHAR?   What's the point in shouting this word out loud in public when the facts show the complete opposite? Today, most of the smartphones that are being used in India are still Chinese or having Chinese spare parts. Similarly, our Start-ups are Indian but in them, the most investments are by Chinese corporations. Then why are we stressing on “Vocal for Local”? How does it make any difference? Since the last few months, #Boycottchina is trending in India. But is this only jingoism? An emotional sentiment? Or it has any truth in it? First, let’s understand what is this Atmanirbhar Bharat idea. In simple words, we are trying to reduce the dependence on China and boosting India’s trade globally. The problem with china is this number “50 billion” which is our trade deficit (Total imports – Total exports). Thus, our total imports from China is 5 times more than exports. Why is this difference? One big reason is d

There has been a military stand-off between Indian army and PLA (People’s liberation army). Since 5 th may 2020, Chinese and Indian troops have been involved in melee faceoff at LAC, Sino India Border, Pangong lake and Tibet autonomous regions. Chinese have always been speculative about the strategic advantage India might acquire with proper infrastructure along LAC. Due to this China objected the construction of roads in Galwaan Valley region. On 15-16 th June Chinese troops showed a lily-livered action by attacking Indian soldiers from behind and received a befitting reply from Indian troops which resulted in 43 casualties on Chinese side and 20 Indian troops attained martyrdom. Some experts believe that this was a result of the Darbuk-Shyok-Dbo road. India now has 3 fronts to deal with in order to find a solution i.e. Military front, economic front, Diplomatic front. Let’s examine these: 1.     Military front solutions Ø Increasing commander level talks Ø Military exer