Address To The Jawans At Tangdhar Sainik Sammelan, Trangdhar
Tangdhar : 26-11-2005
Dear Jawans
I am delighted to meet the Jawans , JCO and officers at Tangdhar today.
Tangdhar is a symbol of our courage, bravery and determination.
Tangdhar is an important battlefield for India.
We need to be extra alert for its security.
I am proud to see your high morale. I want to recite one of my poems on this occasion.
My Dear Soldiers;
Oh, Defenders of borders
You are great sons of my land
When we are all asleep
You still hold on to your deed
Windy season or snowy days
Or scorching sun's sweltering rays
You are there guarding all the time awake
Treading the lonely expanses as yogis
Climbing the heights or striding the valleys
Defending the deserts or guarding the marshes
Surveillance in seas and by securing the air
Prime of your youth given to the nation!!
Wind chimes of my land vibrate your feat
We pray for you brave men!!
May the Lord bless you all!!
You work hard day and night to protect our borders. It gives us the opportunity to work peacefully for the development of our nation.
I assure you that you live in the heart of every Indian. Government is also concerned about your and your families welfare and happiness.
I wish, all of you became the role model for our youth by your conduct, attitude and bravery.
I have prepared a five point oath for you, will you read it with me?
1. I am proud to be a member of the Indian Army of great traditions. - Will you be proud of it?
2. I will always win and will lead my country towards victory.
- Will you do it?
3. I will become a benevolent and will give every possible help to my countrymen at the time of crisis.
- Will you help?
4. I will celebrate the success of my nation and people with pride. - Will you celebrate?
5. My flag is my life.
Do you believe in it?