India, Jan. 18 -- Devastating conflict of more than a decade has led to myriad forms of destruction in Syria, and it ranges from the annihilation of physical infrastructure, governance systems and even the very social fabric that once knit the society together. After the fall of the al-Assad regime, several hopes of a strong, prosperous and new Syria have been reignited. However, it is pertinent that certain essential conditions have to be met so that the country can rise from the ashes. A transitional government, the authority of which is acceptable to all stakeholders is a necessary pre-requisite. The caretaker government needs to extend a hand of reassurance and trust across communities in Syria. An attempt to rebuild the country can b...