‘Unshakeable spirit’: Netizens salute resilience of jawan serving in harsh conditions

Sharing the clip with a quote from Rudyard Kipling's "For All We Have And Are" poem, the official Twitter handle of the Army highlighted the jawan's resilience.

The video shared by PRO Udhampur has gone viral across social media sites.

As fresh snowfall was seen in various parts of north India in the last few days, netizens could stop gushing about beautiful landscapes. However, highlighting the difficulties of working at such high-altitude areas in deep winters, a video shared by the Armed Forces is earning respect online.

As sub-zero temperatures were recorded in various parts of Kashmir, the Ministry of Defence shared a small video to show how an Indian Army personnel stood his ground despite chilly winds and heavy snowfall. The short clip shared by PRO Udhampur showed the soldier standing in knee-deep snow, with an unwavering zeal.

Quoting the “For All We Have And Are” by Rudyard Kipling, the official Twitter handle of the force highlighted the jawan’s resilience.

No easy hope or lies
Shall bring us to our goal,
But iron sacrifice
Of body, will, and soul.
There is but one task for all
One life for each to give
Who stands if Freedom fall? pic.twitter.com/X3p3nxjxqE

— PRO Udhampur, Ministry of Defence (@proudhampur) January 7, 2022

The force also shared another video showing a wider view of the snow-covered slopes where the jawans are serving, braving extreme cold. “Compare this with your early morning walk in the park!” they tweeted sharing a clip showing personnel on a patrol wading through tough terrain covered in snow.

Compare this with your early morning walk in the park! #IndianArmy #BashOnRegardless

VC: @Whiteknight_IA pic.twitter.com/itVLukvQT3

— PRO Udhampur, Ministry of Defence (@proudhampur) January 7, 2022

As the clips went viral, it started a conversation online, with many not only appreciating their sacrifices and efforts but also calling them real-life superheroes. However, it was one answer by veteran soldier, Lieutenant General Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon, that stole the show.

Praising the jawan, KJS Dhillon said: “Lots of Respect… Every Indian pays, Sir”.

Reply from legendary @Tiny_Dhillon
Sir when someone asked how much Govt pays to a brave soldier. https://t.co/berP8vVWKI

— Arun Bothra 🇮🇳 (@arunbothra) January 8, 2022

As snowfall continues, and armed forces continue to work despite all hard working conditions, here what netizens had to say.

Unwavering Commitment ❤️
Unshakeable Spirit 🌹
24x7x365…….
Jai Hind 💪 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/XiLqQI9lkP

— Major Surendra Poonia (@MajorPoonia) January 8, 2022

The fact that I can sleep comfortably in my cosy bed,
is because, The Men in Uniform stand tall come rain or shine !
I am indebted to the #Braves @adgpi https://t.co/Nk9Abh2p74

— Meenakshi Sharan (@meenakshisharan) January 8, 2022

When the going gets tough, the Tough gets Going.
Salute to your self-less service and sacrifice, always putting nation before self!!
Jai Hind
Bharat mata ki jai 🙏 https://t.co/3kPkvSBY5U

— Rahul Sharma (@pt_rahus) January 8, 2022

These men in Uniform can boil the ocean, thats why they r who they r. Superpower was not a myth.Who else can bear snow, rain, storm, and bleeds yet slain d evils if not Superhuman. We sleep bcz these men violently fight with violence. #JaiHind

— Tania Ghosh (@tania15_ghosh) January 7, 2022

Thank you for your service and sacrifice! Jai Hind 🇮🇳

— Aditya Pittie 🇮🇳 (@PittieAditya) January 8, 2022

Salute to the valor and courage of our soldiers 🙏
Jai Hind 🇮🇳 https://t.co/bMseIXXWwq

— Nila Madhab PANDA ନୀଳମାଧବ ପଣ୍ଡା (@nilamadhabpanda) January 8, 2022

Standing straight under blizzard. Incredible! https://t.co/bhIHhkGEwB

— RS 🇮🇳 (@fivemilestone) January 8, 2022

Hats of to each and every soldier who is standing like a mountain to protect all of us. Immense respect. Jai Hind 🇮🇳

— Pooja 🇮🇳 (@beyoond_starz) January 8, 2022

The nation is indebted to these heroes-super heroes! We are safe because you are there on the border facing the most severest of conditions! Thank you Indian Army/Defence forces🙏🏽🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

— WorlikarA (@a_worlikar) January 7, 2022

Can’t thank our defense forces enough for the bravery & sacrifice they do for our nation 🙏🏽Always remain grateful to each one of you 🙏🏽 Koti koti Naman to you all 🙏🏽🙏🏽

— Mangalore ❤️ (@MangaloreSoul) January 8, 2022

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