The FATA, esp the North Waziristan and the Mahaban area have been centers of jihadi activities for the last 200 years. Their love-hate relationship with Pakistani administration has entered a new phase now. As long as they are encouraged to wallow in the rotten waters of their 'great heritage', they will not become fit to share the modern world. It is up to the US and Pakistan to decide. India should watch the fun and look for elbow space to operate
