Understanding Terrorism’s Urban Shift
Terrorism in India has taken a sharp urban turn. Gone are the days when terror threats lurked only in remote, forested hideouts. Now, terrorist networks operate right in the heart of cities like Delhi and Srinagar. These groups have become more professional and highly networked, targeting not just physical spaces but also the very fabric of social trust.
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Winning the Proxy War: What India Must Do
The new face of terror isn’t just about bombs and bullets. It’s about undermining the sense of safety in everyday life. India needs to adapt its strategies to this evolving threat. Law enforcement and intelligence agencies must invest in technology, improve urban surveillance, and foster stronger community cooperation to detect suspicious activities early.
It’s not enough to build higher walls; we need to build smarter communities. If you think the only thing urbanites have to worry about is traffic, think again! Urban terror is as real as your daily commute. But with the right tools and a united front, we can keep our cities safe and our chai breaks uninterrupted.
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Firstpost: Terror’s urban avatar: How India can win the new proxy war
