Inspirational! Pulwama Martyr's Wife Fulfills Her Vow To Join Indian Army, Netizens Call It 'Befitting Tribute'

Major Dhoundiyal had laid down his life while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama. He was awarded Shaurya Chakra (posthumously) for his supreme sacrifice for the nation.

New Delhi: Nitika Kaul the wife of Major Vibhuti Shankar Dhoundiyal, who was martyred in Pulwama, has followed his footsteps by donning the Army uniform.

The commander of the Army's northern command Lt Gen YK Joshi on Saturday was seen piping stars on her shoulders at a ceremony held at the Officers Training Academy in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

The PRO Udhampur, Ministry of Defence shared the inspirational video on its official Twitter handle, drawing spontaneous praises for Kaul and the Army.

"Major Vibhuti Shankar Dhoundiyal, made the Supreme Sacrifice at Pulwama in 2019, was awarded SC (P). Today his wife Nitika Kaul dons Indian Army uniform; paying him a befitting tribute. A proud moment for her as Lt Gen Y K Joshi, Army Cdr NC himself pips the Stars on her shoulders!", the PRO Udhampur wrote on Twitter.

Major Dhoundiyal had laid down his life while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama. He was awarded Shaurya Chakra (posthumously) for his supreme sacrifice for the nation.

In February 2019, Indians all over wept for Nitika Kaul as she said "I Love You" to her husband's mortal remains. A year later, she passed all the necessary exams to join the Indian Army.

Several users have praised her dedication saying that she has paid a befitting tribute to her husband.

This story is sure to move the hearts of all Indians who are proud to see such dedication and love for the nation by martyrs and their families.