I was at home when the news of my father's death reached us. He was a very brave man. Everyone says that. I want to join the army and become an infantry officer. I want to go to the National Defence Academy.

I have always wanted to join the army. I am not scared. I have my father's example before me but it is sad that he will not be there from now on. I want to do something for this nation. I know it can be dangerous but there are certain things that have to be faced. I just want to make my father proud.

Manveer Singh spoke to Archana Masih

Image: Manveer Singh, Naib Subedar Chuni Lal's son wants to join the same battalion as his father
Photograph: Archana Masih

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