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The history of post-independence
India will always be bifurcated in what happened before Pokhran-II and what
happened after. In May 1998, when India successfully conducted a series of five
nuclear test explosions, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the then Prime Minister, declared
India as a full nuclear state. What made it a truly historic occasion was the
fact that India had not just conducted successful nuclear tests 24 years after
Pokhran - I but had done so by hoodwinking the CIA, which acknowledged India’s
triumph as its greatest intelligence failure. Surely, the success of Pokhran -
II marked the beginning of India’s actual tryst with destiny. Under the leadership
of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, who subsequently went on to become India’s 11th
President, a team of scientists and army men succeeded in showing the world
India’s true might as a nuclear capable state. Thus began India’s glorious
journey as a superpower.
Even since he took oath as India’s
Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was determined not to repeat the mistakes
of his predecessor. Let’s not forget that India had made a similar attempt in
Pokhran in 1995 as well but US satellites were able to spot the heat leading to
the nuclear tests forcing India to halt the operation. Vajpayee’s first term in
1996 didn’t last long enough but when he came back in 1998 he was determined to
finish what couldn’t be completed in 1995. And the rest is history! But the
success story of Pokhran is not just a chapter in the history of
post-independence India. For, it is a moment of great national pride. However,
the series of events that led to the historic event are still not as well known
to the masses as they should be. So it is important to create awareness about
India’s historic achievement so that every Indian’s heart is filled with a sense
of pride and belonging by learning about what India truly achieved with the
success of Pokhran -II and how.
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| Atal Bihari Vajpayee, George Fernandes, APJ Abdul Kalam, and R Chidambaram in Pokhran after the nuclear tests |
As far as the what part is
concerned, the success of Pokhran - II not just made India a nuclear state but
it also ensured great security for India against its enemies. India has always believed
in peace and by becoming a capable nuclear state it has only strengthened its
commitment towards global peace. To quote Dr. Kalam, “Unless India stands up to
the world, no one will respect us. In this world, fear has no place. Only
strength respects strength.” As for the how part, Abhishek Sharma’s box-office
hit Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran
does a wonderful job of bringing the story of Pokhran - II to life. The film that
grossed over 60 crores stars John Abraham, Diana Penty, and Boman Irani in the
pivotal roles. After a successful run at the theatres, Parmanu is now set for its world television premiere. Here comes
your opportunity to celebrate and relive India’s Superpower moment this
Independence Day with Parmanu from
the comfort of your homes.
Watch the World TV Premiere of Parmanu – The Story of Pokhran on
15th August at 12 noon only on Zee Cinema.
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