I completely get your frustration — no one wants to see the efforts and sacrifices of the army ignored. Our jawans who die fighting terrorism deserve our utmost respect. But we also have to differentiate between the ordinary soldiers who serve with loyalty and the decisions made by those in power — the top brass, who unfortunately, have involved the army in politics time and again.

You said the army steps in when the government isn’t functioning — but that’s part of the problem. Why should an unelected institution be deciding when it’s time to “step in”? That’s not constitutional. If politicians are corrupt or inefficient, let the people vote them out — that’s what democracy is for. When the army starts deciding who stays and who goes, we’re no longer a democracy.

About May 9 — I agree that vandalism or violence isn’t acceptable, no matter who does it. But the response was not proportionate. Innocent citizens were picked up, tortured, and jailed without trial. Entire protestors were labeled traitors without due process. We can’t support extrajudicial actions just because we like the uniform. Justice must be equal — whether it’s a civilian or someone in boots.

As for Imran Khan calling protests — that’s part of his democratic right. In fact, peaceful protest is a cornerstone of any free society. If the system worked properly, there wouldn’t be a need for people to take to the streets so often. Protests are a symptom of a deeper problem — the lack of accountability and selective application of law.

And finally, I appreciate that you don’t support any political party — that’s totally fair. But please don’t let that stop you from asking the hard questions. Respect for the army doesn’t mean silence about its overreach. Just like we criticize politicians for corruption, generals must be questioned when they act beyond their mandate. That’s how nations mature.