He was a brave soldier who had weathered the trials and tribulations of operation Parakram. On September 20 last year, while on routine patrol, he stepped on a mine. The effect was devastating. He lost both his legs in the explosion. He was carried to nearest Field Hospital where doctors told it was a miracle that he was still alive.

His doctors sent him to Pune by train on January 1 last where he was picked up and brought to a nice, clean ward at ALC. He was given a well-cooked, tasty hot meal and was told by the polite staff about how they were going to make him near fit.

Next day, the soldier was assessed and measured for his artificial limbs. Ten days later, he was called for his trials. In the mean time, he was given
intensive physiotherapy, psychological counselling and taught about the triumph of mind over matter.

The soldier was a very tough young man who epitomised the indomitable fighting spirit of human being and displayed the courage that the soldiers are known for. On January 22, he finished his trials during which he learned how to walk and balance himself with his new artificial limbs.