As India celebrates its 74th Independence Day, sports fraternity extended their wishes towards the country and fellow countrymen on the auspicious occasion. Many former and current Indian cricket team players took to social media to post their Independence Day wishes, including none other than legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar.
The Master Blaster took to Twitter on Saturday to not only wish the countrymen but also urged parents to be "Everyday Heroes" for their children.
"Children are the future of India and they're the ones who will drive our nation forward. Let's be their 'Everyday Heroes' and create the right environment which keeps them positive," Tendulkar said in a tweet.
Tendulkar also said that in the wake of Coronavirus pandemic, it is parents' responsibility to answer children's questions regrading the fast-spreading infection.
"Children will have questions on COVID-19 and we should answer their queries taking into account how much they can grasp. Even if they do not have questions, explain. If they ask the same questions repeatedly, know that they are seeking reassurance and be patient," said Tendulkar.
"If you do not know the answers to their questions, seek those out. Millions of parents are going through the same anxieties, but while supporting your child, do not forget to take care of yourself. Your emotionally stable self as a parent is the most precious gift to your child."
"This pandemic is an opportunity to engage with our children and strengthen the bond by acting as mentors and facilitators, as against strict dictators."