Veteran of 1971 War Offers Volunteer Service Amid India-Pakistan Tensions.

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SHYAM SOOD

RAJOURI MAY 04:-In an exemplary display of patriotism and willingness to serve the nation, Captain Amar Jeet Kumar (Retd), a veteran of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, has voluntarily offered himself for active duty amid the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.
In a letter dated April 27 to the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, Capt. Amar Jeet expressed his desire to serve the nation once again.
“I am a Short Service Commissioned Officer, a veteran of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, and participated in the ‘Battle of Garibpur’ fought and won on November 21, 1971, near Jessore, East Pakistan. I am humbled to have been a part of the glorious history of the Indian Army. Given the current geopolitical situation and the imminent threat of war with Pakistan, I wish to offer my services to the nation,” his letter read.
He added, “This time, war is likely to be very decisive and a fight to the finish. The Army may require more manpower that is trained and experienced in warfare. Despite being 75 years old, I am physically fit and mentally prepared to join my fellow soldiers at the war front.”
Capt. (Retd) Amar Jeet further wrote, “A soldier can be taken out of war, but war can’t be taken out of a soldier. I am eager to contribute my experience and skills to the Indian Army once again, no matter how small the role may be. I request that you consider my offer and deploy me wherever you feel necessary. I am ready to report for duty immediately without any remuneration or compensation.”
He also stated that he is not alone in this sentiment, and many veterans and fellow coursemates would respond similarly to such a call to duty.
Capt. (Retd) Amar Jeet has earnestly requested COAS General Upendra Dwivedi to consider his appeal to serve the country once more.