544 বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতা যুদ্ধ দলিলপত্র : একাদশ খন্ড Reports received indicate enemy is thinning out from Feni, leaving only delaying positions. Certain enemy troops being airlifted from Dacca also reported. Innumerable report about Capt pouring in. Torture, extortion-all common with him. Prof Nurul Islam and Mr. Khawja Ahmed met me on the same affair. At some places Razakars are being tortured by villagers. That's wrong. Govt. has not yet announced a policy of administration & nation building. It is imperative that the new nation starts on a well planned national life right from the beginning. Talked to Brig Shabeg from this location. November 29, 1971 went to Fu. Igazi. Gen Aurora, Gen Sarkar and other senior Indian officials visited today at 1330. Gen Aurora given an address of welcome by Mr. Khawja & Mr. Nurul Islam. Lunch at Fulgazi GOdown area with army Commander, Gen Sarkar, Gen Hira and other senior officials. Met Zonal Council members in the liberated area. Staying in Belonia with Mr. Pani Majumder. Pak and Indian built up all along the borders seems complete. Both sides awaiting. Both accusing each other of air attacks and shelling of population. War, it seems, is hardly a week away. And Pakistan will definitely try for a pre-emptive strike by air. December 3, 1971 Mrs. Gandhi Addressed Indians at 1630 in Calcutta. Quite a determined lady. Just after that All India Radio suddenly announced attack of 7 Indian air bases by Pak Air force at 1730. Mrs. Gandhi again to address the nation at 12 on night 3-4 December. Meanwhile Indian President declared emergency in the whale of India. December 4, 1971 At 0030 instead of 12 (night 3-4). Prime Minister of India addressed India. Grave and sullen voice. She did not declare war but asked the nation to fight an aggressor Pakistan. Air action by both sides in the Eastern as well as Western front. Heavy fighting. India blocks all sea route in and out of Bangladesh. Heavy shelling in area of Sabroom. Had to rush to assess the situation. Found out details from Capt Mehek Singh of BSF and asked Commander 'K' Force for reinforcement. Security Council resolution by America for ceasefire, troop with drawing vetoed by Russia. America & China blame India & Russia blames Pakistan for the war. Shortage of arms and ammunition. Induction held up. December 10, 1971 Left Zoralganj and came to Mirsharai in the morning. Established main HQ here. Enemy on the retreat. Thin screen at Sitakund and main defence at Kumira or Bhatiari. Surprising, he had left all defense positions from Shubhapur to Karerhai
