How Would You Honour A Soldier?

The recent terror attacks on Bombay have left every Indian feeling exposed and vulnerable. No place is safe. Who would have imagined that a five-star hotel would bear witness to such gruesome acts of terror and fright? We're all feeling the shock of the awful attacks in Mumbai. All our hearts go out to the victims and their families. I'm writing this because I feel we need to honor their memory.

The attacks were aimed at our people, our prosperity and our peace. Their top target was something else: our unity. If these attacks cause us to turn on each other in hatred and conflict, the terrorists will have won. They know that hatred and chaos feed on division. They also know they are radical extremists, and their only hope of reaching society as a whole is by turning the rest of us against each other.

India is a country with a great heritage and she has witnessed insurgence, wave after wave, and attacks by foreign invaders in the past. After attaining independence, we have had a more or less peaceful existence barring the China-India war in the 1960s and the wars with Pakistan including the unforgettable Kargil war. In both cases, India won victoriously and once again made us Indians realize the importance of our defense forces and brought about a surge of patriotism and respect mixed with awe towards the armed forces of our great nation. Awareness spread through the press and media, first hand reports, eye-witness accounts of events and incidents, and about the brave acts of the soldiers. Common man realized that everyone owed their freedom and life to these selfless souls who pledged their lives for the safety of their country men. While we sat in our cozy living rooms and watched the events unfold on TV and radio, these brave men and women lost their lives saving the nation from infiltrators.


Becoming a soldier is the noblest duty one can take up. However, not many have the will power and dedication to take the decision and actually become one. It is those who have immense love for their nation, and concern for the lives of their countrymen who actually become soldiers – and remain soldiers till the very end.

These brave souls, who are subject to the worst of conditions on the frontlines of war, deserve more than just medals of honour. Even though it may sound controversial, I recall when Abhinav Bindra won the Gold medal for shooting in the recent Olympics, several state Governments individually honored him with prize money totaling to nearly 1.66 crores. For a person highlighting the name of our Country in International forum – we choose to honor. It is good and will be a motivator to several such aspirants. But, one must also think of our soldiers and policemen who brave it each day in the line of duty unflinchingly and take the beating when the fail. Why are these unsung heroes not rewarded in such a fashion? Why don’t the governments take pride in lavishing these living heroes and those that have sacrificed their lives with honour?

I take pride in the fact that “Melur Meadows” a unique gated community project coming up near Coimbatore, chooses to think differently and act practically. We lead by example. We take pride in honoring all war heroes and people from the armed forces, people who serve the nation in the truest sense possible.

www.melurmeadows.com – our website will give you a clear idea about what this unique gated community is all about.

Once a soldier, always a soldier. Strong willed and brave. Conditioned to face any situation, committed to a cause. Most of all dependable and a person who can lead and be looked upon as an Idol or mentor. We would love to have people from the armed forces in our unique gated community so that people are motivated and patriotic. For this very reason, we offer cottages at discounted prices for people from armed forces/ war heroes. We plan to have a mini India. Ours is not about real estate, but about the package of services that come with it. A mini India with people form all walks of life, all parts of India, live together in Unity, harmony and peace. In a safe and secure location.

The pollution free, tranquil atmosphere and not to forget the ideal location near several scenic spots making this an ideal holiday home for all. A simple, laidback lifestyle in a village setting, but with all modern amenities and facilities available within the community. Visit our website and know for your self the true meaning of “CATCHING UP WITH HAPPY LIVING”.