Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday expressed his views on the historic victory in the 1971 war.
According to Sarma, the government of that time had a unique opportunity to address complex problems in eastern and northern India following the war. However, he believes that this opportunity was not utilized effectively.
Speaking to the media, Sarma said, “After the historic victory in the 1971 war, if the government of that time wanted, it was possible to solve many complex problems of eastern and northern India. Unfortunately, this opportunity was not used properly.”
The 1971 war, which led to the creation of Bangladesh, is considered one of India’s most significant military victories.
However, Sarma argued that the then-central government, led by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, did not leverage the post-war momentum to stabilize regions like the Northeast, which have since struggled with insurgency and border disputes. (ANI)
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