Every other day you come across a news article or a socila media post where you see that veterans continue to struggle even for a smallest matter, which raises a very pertinent question, what if we had a political party of our own, a party comprising of only ex-servicemen and their kinfolks? Indian Army has more than 30 lakh ex-servicemen as of now, add to this, ex-servicemen of all the security forces and their families. We are huge family.   If we have a significant politic

In the darkened valleys where the icy winds sweep, Lie the quiet echoes of Legends of Kargil, now asleep. 527 bright stars fell from the sky, Protectors of freedom who answered the cry.   1000s of souls on fire under the Himalayan might, With valour that flared through the darkest night. In the Kargil peaks, where the eagles dare, They stood as one, defying death & despair.   Blood flushed the snow, turning white to red, Each stage a story, and a lot left unsaid. For their be

Recently the term ‘NOK has been in the news for various reasons. In the Indian army parlance "NOK" means "Next of Kin." It refers to the closest family member of a soldier. The designation of this person is critical because they are contacted and receive benefits or responsibilities if the soldier is injured, dies, or something major happens. In this blog, I will try to explain what NOK means in the army, how it is determined, and the roles and responsibilities of the NOK.  

I recently tweeted a video requesting Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narender Modi ji,  to declare a day dedicated to the families of soldiers killed, injured or missing in action, as VEER PARVAR DIWAS. The video was widely circulated and almost everyone agreed with the idea. I wanted to video to reach the Honourable Prime Minister. I have no idea if it has or hasn’t.   I am an army officer’s wife and I work and write for the families of our soldiers killed, injured or are mi

I started writing at a very young age. After marrying an army officer, my writings largely revolved around fauj and all things fantastic. I was a young girl from a completely civilian background now walking amongst the bravest of the braves. Learning started from the day I set foot in our first army cantonment after our marriage. And the rest is history. I met soldiers from all ranks and services, veterans, wives, widows, and families who had lost their loved ones, brothers,

As we mark the 8 th Veterans Day on January 14 th , I couldn't help but engage in conversations with some veterans about their experiences abut being a veteran soldier of India. Veteran-      I explored their emotions—whether they feel content, melancholic, or if there are additional measures, they believe could enhance the lives of both serving soldiers and veterans. Below are a few insights gathered from these discussions.   “ Veterans are the unsung heroes of India’s hist

Broken or disabled by war or war-like situations and battered by the system and society that is uncertain about how to address their problems or provide solutions. While the Indian army has every protocol and policy in place in case of any eventuality, it is only when the issue goes into the hands of the civilians the chaos starts. Why am I writing this is because of late too many such cases have come to light. We all know that disabled soldiers have been fighting for their r

The Taliban cannot be trusted, not today, not ever. Their words are deceit, their promises hollow, and their governance built on fear. Cloaked in the garb of Wahhabi piety, they claim to defend Islam while defiling its essence. Theirs is not faith, but fanaticism, a cult of control that thrives on suppressing women and silencing truth. The Taliban’s version of Islam is not spiritual but political. It seeks not to uplift souls but to dominate bodies, especially women’s. Their

The  93rd Air Force Day celebrations  at  Air Force Station Hindon  were nothing short of spectacular. Against a clear October sky, formations of Sukhoi-30s, Rafales, and Tejas jets roared in synchrony, filling every Indian heart with pride. The  Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh , reviewed the parade and paid tribute to  Operation Sindoor , a mission that showcased the Indian Air Force’s precision, courage, and unmatched professionalism. The ceremony saw galla

As Modi 3.0 takes charge. here are few of my humble suggestions. We need to counter and control the noise and focus on making Nation...