Continuing mystery

It is sad and painful that the loss of the Malaysian aircraft with 239 people on board still remains a mystery. The unconnected flow of information and confusion even at this moment is bound to aggravate the agony of family members of the passengers. The case shows the need for a central authority to control the flow of information. The incident appears to be as mystifying as the loss of the five Avenger fighter planes on December 5, 1945 and which gave rise to the concept of the “Bermuda Triangle.”

Raghavendra A. Choudhari,

Bangalore

The swirl of conspiracy theories needs to be controlled and the incident is a textbook case of how one must lead an investigation. One gets the feeling that political distrust and sensitive security issues among Asian nations are the major impediments coming in the way of answers.

Varad Seshadri,

Sunnyvale, U.S.

As a frequent air traveller, I am used to seeing fellow travellers continuing to use their mobiles and other electronic gadgets despite repeated and clear announcements to switch off such gadgets. The authorities must enforce the rules and help enhance flight safety, which is in key focus after the case of this missing flight.

Tharcius S. Fernando,

Chennai