Lessons from Pahalgam: A national calling

Pahalgam, with Operation Sindoor, holds a deeper significance today. It offers timeless lessons — quiet yet profound — on how we, as individuals and as a nation, should shape our future.

- Kiran Bedi

At a time when India is accelerating economically and opening up to vast opportunities, it also faces formidable challenges. In this landscape, Pahalgam's symbolism becomes more relevant than ever. It teaches values essential for both national development and personal transformation. Here are five core lessons we can draw from this sacred land, each one a guiding missile for building a stronger, more united, and progressive India.

Remain alert, with growth mindset Nature evolves. So does Pahalgam, through changing seasons and timeless resilience. It reminds us that growth is not static. We, too, must stay alert and agile mentally, socially, and politically.

A growth mindset isn't just optimism; it's a commitment to learn, adapt, and push boundaries. In today's dynamic world, staying informed, questioning assumptions, and anticipating change is the path to innovation. This mindset fuels entrepreneurship, drives reforms, and nurtures leadership.