At the time, Lt Col Sumeet Baxi had been commissioned into the Indian Army, only eight months ago. A second lieutenant, his 8th Bihar regiment was called to Latur for rescue and relief.

Lt Sumeet Baxi with his Company Commander, Major GJS Gill (now Colonel-retired) who rushed to their rescue

Describing the gut-wrenching site, Lt Sumeet Baxi recalls,

“Not one structure was standing. Everything was torn down by the impact of the earthquake. Those alive were weeping, running from pillar to post, unsure of whether they would find their loved ones alive or in the mangled mess of the bodies under the debris. They had lost everything—their home, families and even their cattle. Vultures were lurking around. The smell of death was thick in the air.”

The men spent the next three days extricating the bodies—animals, and humans—separately and then cremating and burying them. The bodies and carcasses had started decaying on the third day. With no gloves and masks, the men picked them up with their bare hands until the district authorities made arrangements.

“We were highly prone to infections, but the work could not stop. Most of us were bitten by maggots, and the stink of the decaying bodies was stuck to our nails. It was so strong, we couldn’t eat for days,” says Colonel Baxi.

 

Let's celebrate the Indian Army by saluting all jawans for their bravery and patriotism. Happy Indian Army Day! Let's come together to celebrate National Army Day with patriotic zeal and remember our brave soldiers. Happy Indian Army Day 2022!

COUNTRY LIVING

“This is the day we pay homage to all those who didn’t come home. This is not Veterans Day, it’s not a celebration, it is a day of solemn contemplation over the cost of freedom.”

I am proud to be an Indian, Salute Our Soldiers on Army Day. Let us celebrate Indian Army Day by saluting all the army men and women for their bravery, dedication, and patriotism. Let us come together to celebrate National Army Day to honour our brave soldiers who are the reason behind our pride, our smiles.

At the time, Lt Col Sumeet Baxi had been commissioned into the Indian Army, only eight months ago. A second lieutenant, his 8th Bihar regiment was called to Latur for rescue and relief.

Lt Sumeet Baxi with his Company Commander, Major GJS Gill (now Colonel-retired) who rushed to their rescue

Describing the gut-wrenching site, Lt Sumeet Baxi recalls,

“Not one structure was standing. Everything was torn down by the impact of the earthquake. Those alive were weeping, running from pillar to post, unsure of whether they would find their loved ones alive or in the mangled mess of the bodies under the debris. They had lost everything—their home, families and even their cattle. Vultures were lurking around. The smell of death was thick in the air.”

The men spent the next three days extricating the bodies—animals, and humans—separately and then cremating and burying them. The bodies and carcasses had started decaying on the third day. With no gloves and masks, the men picked them up with their bare hands until the district authorities made arrangements.

“We were highly prone to infections, but the work could not stop. Most of us were bitten by maggots, and the stink of the decaying bodies was stuck to our nails. It was so strong, we couldn’t eat for days,” says Colonel Baxi.

BY R.K

Because of them we are alive,
And, we are secure in Indian hive.
Who always look for command,
Who have only one brand.
Salute to the Indian soldiers!

They fight in Battle without any fear,
There is no security of future year.
Who don't know the difference of day and night,
Who always ready to fight.
Salute to the Indian soldiers!

Who celebrate their festivals with bullets and guns,
We play Holi with colours;
But they play with rifles and guns.
They know only one colour which is 'Blood Red'.
Salute to the Indian soldiers!

We complain for hot and cold day,
While they stay in harsh Siachen everyday.
They are never sure of their own life,
They don't know will they ever meet his daughter, son, and wife.
Salute to the Indian soldiers!

Their village's routes are best friends of their wife.
Why Politicians play with their life?
And, why payment of their life is done by some amount of money,
Is that all our duty towards our great Indian Army?
Again and again salute to the Indian soldiers!

2. Let us celebrate with pride the service rendered to the nation.
By Our fearless & selfless warriors.
Happy Indian Army Day

3. “Let us celebrate National Army Day by promising ourselves to dedicate our lives to our nation.”

4. Bharat Maa ke Veer Sapoot Hamare Veer Yodhaa..
Happy Indian Army Day

5. We know we are safe because we have our Army protecting us....Happy Indian Army Day!