For decades, India followed a governance approach where political survival often outweighed national interest. Policy paralysis, corruption, and ideological hesitation weakened institutions meant to protect security, sovereignty, and integrity.
- Critical security decisions were delayed or diluted
- Scams eroded institutional credibility and public trust
- Infrastructure and manufacturing lagged behind potential
- Internal security remained reactive rather than preventive
The damage was not only economic—it was strategic, limiting India’s confidence and global standing.
Appeasement Politics and Its Strategic Cost
Earlier governance frequently reflected appeasement-driven decision-making:
- Reluctance to act firmly against extremist networks
- Uneven enforcement of law and order
- Soft or delayed responses to terrorism and cross-border threats
- Political caution replacing accountability
Such hesitation weakened deterrence and emboldened hostile forces.
The Vajpayee Doctrine: Strength with Responsibility
A decisive correction came under Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who articulated a clear national vision:
- National security is non-negotiable
- Strength is the foundation of peace
- Sovereignty cannot depend on external approval
This restored strategic clarity and national self-respect.
Post-2014: From Hesitation to Action
Since 2014, this vision has been reaffirmed through action:
- Infrastructure: highways, railways, ports, airports
- Manufacturing: Make in India, PLI schemes, defence indigenisation
- Security: faster decisions, better intelligence coordination
- Economy: digital governance, transparency, stability
India shifted to purpose-driven, nation-first governance.
The Role of Citizens
A strong India needs active citizens:
- Higher voter participation
- Support for national-interest policies
- Rejection of misinformation and divisive narratives
- Responsible political and social engagement
- India’s rise depends on security, development, and unity moving together.
- Supporting nation-first governance is not about parties—it is about ensuring India becomes a strong, secure, and respected global power.
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