The Indian Soldier: Valour, Sacrifice and More
We learned to sing “Yeh Sone ki Hai Dharti” and a couple of other patriotic songs in school.
Every time we sang them, I felt as proud as a peacock to belong to this
wondrous land we call Bharat Mata.
We love our
motherland and would not want to endanger her or her sons and daughters in any way. Hence, I am also very proud of our
soldiers, our bravehearts, who risk life and limb to protect and preserve our
precious Bharat Mata and her children in every way. From the icy Siachen
glacier to the scorching deserts of Rajasthan, across skittish border
conditions, in the dense jungles of the northeast, our soldiers never fail to
prove their mettle and might.
The Indian Army
is the second largest military force in the world and is the world’s largest volunteer army. A volunteer
army consists of individuals who volunteer to serve rather than being conscripted
or drafted.
Protecting the nation:
The Army, Navy,
and Airforce which comprise the Indian Armed Forces, are among the largest and
most disciplined armed forces in the world. Their indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to
protecting the nation from the evils of war and terror are truly commendable.
Of the soldier’s life:
A soldier leaves
the comfort of his home and his precious family to live and work in the
harshest of terrains, under extreme weather conditions, and survive on the minimum
of resources. He lives his structured and disciplined life without complaint.
He is called to make the ultimate sacrifice if needed in times of trouble.
As they provide yeoman service in disaster relief and civilian rescue, soldiers are not only warriors but also humanitarians.
A legacy of valour.
Whether in
Kargil, in conflicts with her neighbours, or quelling insurgencies within the
country, India’s military history is defined by the courage and heroism of her
soldiers.
Our
soldiers are a unifying factor in the diversity of India. They play a crucial
role in the nation's security and stability. We salute them for who they are
and what they stand for. Jai Hind!
This post is part of the weekly blogchatterbloghop prompt.
