MANY years ago during the height of pro-Khalistan insurgency in Punjab,
a senior police officer interrogating a captured militant received the greatest
shock of his life when the militant asked the police officer to be polite and
treat him (the militant) courteously. “Why?” the officer asked. “Because, you
are one of the biggest beneficiaries and gained as a consequence of our armed
struggle. Look at what you were and what you have gained. Till a few years ago
you had World War-II army discard .303 rifles, outdated jeeps and wireless
sets. Today, thanks to our armed struggle, at least you have been issued with
better weapons, transport and communication equipment,” the militant replied.
Needless to say the Punjab Police officer was taken aback and did not know what
to say.
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