Excerpts from the last letter written by late Capt. Vijayendra Thapar  of the Indian Army to his family, before he laid down his life for the Nation. – Contributed by Dr. Ravi Wankhede, Nagpur

Dearest Papa, Mama, Birdie, and Granny,

1. By the time you get this letter I’ll be observing you all from the sky enjoying the hospitality of Apsaras.

2. I have no regrets, in fact, even if I become a human again, I’ll join the army and fight for my nation.

3. If you can, please come and see where the Indian Army fought for your tomorrow.

4. As far as the unit is concerned the new chaps should be told about this sacrifice. I hope my photo will be kept in the 'A' Coy Mandir with Karni Mata.

5. Whatever organ can be taken, should be done.

6. Contribute some money to orphanage and keep on giving Rs.50/- to Ruksana per month and meet Yogi Baba.

7. Best of luck to Birdie, never forget this sacrifice of these men. Papa you should feel proud. Mama so should you. Mamaji forgive me for everything wrong I did.

OK, then it’s time for me to join my clan of the Dirty Dozen. My assault party has 12 chaps.

Best of luck to you all.

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Yours

Thapar