War Leads to Destruction, Peace Leads to Development
Rajat Kumar
Aug 17, 2025 07:24
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History has repeatedly shown that whenever war breaks out, widespread destruction follows. Infrastructure and multi-storey buildings are reduced to rubble, children are orphaned, and affected people suffer immense misery. In contrast, an atmosphere of peace fosters economic development, creates jobs for unemployed youth, and improves the overall quality of life. Peace also promotes tourism, industrial growth, and ultimately contributes to strengthening the GDP of a nation.
The First World War (28 July 1914 – 11 November 1918) and the Second World War (1 September 1939 – 2 September 1945) unleashed unimaginable havoc across the globe. Both wars resulted in heavy loss of life, massive destruction, and economic instability. They also led to the redrawing of national borders and the rise and fall of empires, leaving behind scars that the world took decades to recover from.
Today, world leaders are making continuous efforts to diffuse tensions that could otherwise lead to instability and soaring prices of essential commodities. In an era of rapid advancement in science, technology, and information networks, any future war could cause even more catastrophic destruction to infrastructure and the tragic loss of countless innocent lives.
The lesson from history is clear: war always leads to devastation, while peace paves the way for progress. Only in an environment of peace can nations grow stronger economically, improve the lives of their citizens, and ensure a brighter future for generations to come.
Authored by:
Rajat Kumar Mohindru
Journalist, Jalandhar City
(Views are personal)
