What Really Happened in 1971? Lessons for Pakistan and Bangladesh | Brig (R) Nasir Shafiq

In this in-depth discussion, Brigadier (R) Nasir Shafiq takes us through the pivotal events of 1971, offering fresh insights into the political, military, and historical factors that led to the dismemberment of Pakistan and the birth of Bangladesh. From the untold stories of East Pakistan’s struggle to the lessons we can learn today, this episode delves into the complexities of the 1971 crisis and its lasting impact on both nations.

Explore the political fallacies, military decisions, and the forgotten voices of communities like the Beharis, as Brigadier Shafiq analyzes how the past still shapes Pakistan and Bangladesh's politics today. This episode provides essential lessons for a peaceful future and highlights the importance of understanding history to avoid repeating past mistakes.

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What do you think could have changed the course of events in 1971? 🤔
Let us know your thoughts on the lessons we can still learn from that time, and how it shapes the future of both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Don’t forget to share this video with friends who’d be interested in understanding this crucial chapter of history!

#WhatReallyHappenedIn1971? #PakistanAndBangladesh #1971Crisis

[salinapervin]

He is absolutely right. I am a Bangladeshi. Sheikh mujib destroyed our country and made us servants of India.🇧🇩♥️♥️🇵🇰

[noahh]

Pakistan zindabad from moulvibazar, east Pakistan

[subcontinent]

Pakistan hijacked right after Mr Jinnah's death in 1948 by native Punjabi feudal and tribal politicians and Qadiani bureaucracy.and in 1956 Pakistan Army and General Ayub khan took over Pakistan.One of the main reason of breaking of Pakistan was that Punjabi Establishment and Army of Pakistan who controlled power of the country didn't want a Bengali Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Now 95% of Pakistan Establishment are top Generals and Punjabi bureaucracy in Islamabad Punjabi Politicians and rulling elites, and the great Loot of Pakistan has been on by Generals, Punjabi Bureaucracy, Politicians and Punjabi ruling elites, PPP POLITICIANS AND SINDHI BUREAUCRACY.

[mohammadsi]

Please don’t say they are lying! Actually we used to receive one-sided histories from Awami League. Now we learn many hide histories front opposite sides.

[shamiulazam]

That guy is lying about the history. I'm bangladeshi.

[shabirkamran]

بہاری کیونکہ ایسٹ پاکستان سے آئے تھے اس لیئے وہ پاکستانی ہیں مگر بنگالی جو یہاں پاکستان میں ہیں وہ پاکستانی نہیں۔
برگیڈیر صاحب کو یہ بات کرتے شرم نہیں آئی۔

[quddusquddus]

After mass killings of a Holocaust proportion, centuries old Hindu India is partitioned in 1947. In the year 1948, the talk was of another partition. Isn’t it obvious that the country has ceased to exist within one year of its existence? What’s here to discuss? The game was over. It was over because the idea of a separate polity for Muslims was an absurd idea.

[sajidbagri]

Very good effort, to find out the facts with evidence, excellent research work.
Unfortunately what people had been listening about other stories mostly here say, might take some time to comprehend.

[shahidanusrat]

As a Pakistani I do not want any type of relationship friendship hi hello what's up Assalamu alikum khemchu culture arts film media journalism TV show drama entertainment actors actress artists technology science Tech startup info tech scientific research innovative research collaboration trade commerce GSP plus MFN status economics industrial development supply chain business relationship friendship friendly social people to people family type brothers types sisters type mothers type fathers type cousins type relationship friendship with Afghanistan. Afghanistan is Pakistan biggest greatest highest level of order giants largest gigantic huge bitter rival threats enemy adversary hater of Pakistan 😊.

[Imad-sd]

বাংলাদেশ ---- মাতৃভূমি।
পাকিস্তান ---- মরুভূমি।

[shatnermohanty]

Invite a Bangladeshi guest to give their side of what happened

[shahriyarshah]

And as for the 1965 war, why don't you do thorough research on the East Bengal Regiment, particularly the 1st East Bengal Regiment that defended Lahore from completely falling into the hands of the Indian. They were deployed on bedian sector near the BRB canal and repulsed 3 indian attacks without giving an inch of their land! They got the highest number of gallantry awards and it's the highest amongst any of the regiments of the Pakistan army till date!

[SajadAli-gh]

Bihari camp aj b Bangladesh mein maujud hai jinhone pak fauj ka Sath Diya 5lak bihari Shahid hue Pakistan in ko bhol Gaya wafadari ka Kya khoob Sila Diya

[shabirkamran]

Yehya Khan was holding Political office. :), Yahya was chief of Army.

[sajidbagri]

What happened to Mujeeb ur rehman, in 1975 was assassinated by own people, …..

[azarkamal]

Pak Bangla should focus on...
1. Strategic Integration
2. Free Movement of people
3. Customs Union
4. Formation of Single Common Market.
5. Monetary Union (Single Currency).
6. Confederacy

Offer similar terms to other interested states who are weak and war torn and need a strong partner and ally like Pakistan 🇵🇰

[realHossainAbeer]

This guest is hopelessly clueless and speaking in ignorance. Bangladeshis didn't "choose" to join Pakistan to fend off threat from India. Pakistan, coming to aid Bangladesh to fight india thousands of miles away, while crossing indian land, while itself being a malnourished country, does it even make sense? Muslim Bangladeshis were the first to revolt against British, when the Afghans, Pakis, and Indians were farming crops for them, so clearly Bangladeshis aren't affraid of wars. Bangladeshis joined to form Islamic brotherhood, but was betrayed by Pakistanis. What's worse is that they refuse to admit their betray and oppression on Bangladeshis.

[shabirkamran]

فوجی دماغ جتنی بھی ریسرچ کر لے ایک حد سے اوپر نہیں سوچ سمجھ سکتا۔
جرنل ایوب کے دور میں ترقی ہوئی تو پھر لوگ ناراض کیوں تھے، کیونکہ مارشل لا تھا، کیونکہ انسان آزادی چاہتے ہیں۔

[Imad-sd]

*Why 93, 000 Pakistan Army Surrendered to Indian Army on 16 December 1971 in Dhaka Race Course Ground ?*