What Mr. Sharif has done is something needs to be commended.  By attending a Diwali festival in Karachi, he has attempted to bridge a religious sentimental gap between Hindus and Muslims - at least on the surface.  However, it is to be seen whether the commitment and promises he made at the function remain part of his government or not.  But at least he has taken a first step in the right direction.  One can only hope that justice will be done to the minorities in Pakistan.  This writer feels that these mini-steps will stand in good stead to ameliorate the relationship between two countries.  Needless to say, Mr. Sharif has good intentions to create a peaceful atmosphere in that part of the world, but my concern is the motive of nexus of Pakistani military/ISI towards achieving this objective.  Can Mr. Shreef change the ideology of this nexus?  Does he have the capability, power or authority to mend their ideology?  These are the questions one needs to probe.  Let's wait and see.