Friday, August 3, 2018

Kargil diwas celebration on 29th July '2018

On 29th July’2018 ,on the occasion of Kargil Diwas, the Balgokulam family in Mahindra Ashvita had the privilege to witness 2 eminent personalities from our esteemed Indian defence fraternity Retd Wing Commander Sri Bal Reddy and Group Captain Sanjay Prabhu.

The event kicked-off with Mr.Bala Reddy and Mr.Sanjay lighting the diya along with chanting of divine mantras making the environment surreal for such a marvellous event.This was followed by Vande Mataram.
Mr.Bala Reddy then took over to explain about the Kargil war and memorable incidents worthwhile for us to remember for a lifetime.I must mention here that the choice of words and sentiments he used were beautiful enough to hold the attention of kids and kindle the fire of love for our motherland. Mr.Sanjay also joined in to reminisce his flying experiences.
They also imparted outstanding values like respecting everyone irrespective of one’s class, being happy in true sense, valuing people who help and protect us, importance of developing feelings of healthy competition among kids, developing a certain discipline etc which, if followed regularly can go a long way in exceptional development in our kids and us too.

There were some very interesting and thoughtful questions from the kids like “Tell us about your most unforgettable experiences during your flying days”, “Please tell us how the high level of discipline is maintained in the armed forces and why it is lacking in general public” , “Tell us about some fun time spent in the Air Force”
which our honorable guests answered to their heart’s desire.

The event concluded with vote of thanks and presentation of a memento to the honorable guests.
In the end I can say that it was one of those days that comes once in a life-time to reflect and salute to the sacrifices made by our Indian soldiers giving us a life to live without fear.

“Jai Hind”

A few words on our honorable heroes :

Retd Wing Commander Sri Bal Reddy:

Graduated from NDA in 1994.
Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 1995 as a pilot in the fighter fleet.
He flew the MiGs and Mirage2000.
Participated in the Kargil War.
He has been a part of the Mirage Aerobatic Team.
He retired as a Wing Commander from IAF.
He is currently working with Indigo Airline and lives in Hyderabad.

Group Captain Sanjay Prabhu

He was born into a Konkani family and has been a product of Kendriya Vidyalaya. His father is a scientist and his mother is a teacher.
He is probably the youngest Group Captain in IAF.

Graduated from National Defence Academy, Pune and commissioned into the fighter stream from Air Force Academy, Dundigul in 1996.

During the Kargil war, Captain Sanjay was posted in J&K sector & had the opportunity to be part of the war effort closely.

During his impeccable career with IAF , he had been the youngest pilot trained on the Mirage2000 and went on become a Weapons instructor.

He also commanded an elite Fighter squadron and is currently undergoing Higher Command Course.

He is also an avid reader and loves to travel.





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