When Poetry Speaks Strategy:Air Marshal Bharti Quotes Ramcharitmanas in DGMO briefing

"Vinay na maanat jaladhi jad, gaya teen din beeti bole Ram sakop tab, bhay binu hoye na preeti". {"The ocean, dull and unmoved by polite requests, wasted three days. Then lord Ram said with anger: without fear, there can be no love".}

Air Marshal Bharti's poetic response was not merely cultral-it was strategic. It reflected the essence of India's military philosophy:peace is always the first choice, but it must not be confused with passivity. His quote subtly conveyed that while India respects dialogue and diplomacy, it will not hesitate to act firmly when provoked. This exchange added an emotional depth to the briefing. Ramdhari Singh Dinkar’s poetry, rich with nationalistic fire, had already set the tone.

Bharti’s response elevated it by invoking a spiritual-cultural foundation that resonates deeply with the Indian psyche. The moment became more than a military update—it became a narrative of righteous action rooted in heritage.

The use of such poetic expressions in a high-level defense briefing reminded the nation that leadership and strategy in India are often shaped by moral consciousness, not just realpolitik. It was a statement that India’s resolve is guided by *dharma*—a sense of duty that blends compassion with courage.

In just a few lines of verse, Air Marshal Bharti communicated resolve, restraint, and the power of decisive action when patience fails. It was poetry with purpose—where tradition met tactics, and words carried the weight of wisdom and will.

The article is authored by Sanjana Singh, a student of St George's College and interning with Deccan Chronicle