Six years have passed since the Pulwama attack, which occurred on February 14, 2019, and claimed the lives of 40 CRPF jawans. Following the attack, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag took on the responsibility of bearing the educational expenses of the martyred jawans’ children. Now, Sehwag has shared some heartening news – the son of one of the martyred jawans has been selected for the under-19 team, and he’s a student at Sehwag’s school.
On February 14, Sehwag took to social media to express his condolences on the sixth anniversary of the Pulwama attack. In his post, he revealed that Rahul Soreng, the son of martyred jawan Vijay Soreng, has been selected for the under-19 team of Haryana. Sehwag paid tribute to the brave jawans who lost their lives in the attack, saying, “It’s been six years since that fateful day. While we can’t replace the sacrifices of our brave jawans, it’s heartening to see Vijay Soreng’s son Rahul Soreng and Shaheed Ram Vakeel’s son Arpit Singh performing well at the Sehwag International School over the past five years. Rahul has recently been selected to play for the Haryana under-19 team – a truly proud moment for all of us.”
A glimpse into the past
The Pulwama attack was a devastating incident that shook the nation. On that day, a convoy of vehicles carrying CRPF jawans was attacked by terrorists, resulting in the loss of 40 lives. The attack was widely condemned, and it sparked a wave of outrage across the country. As the nation remembers the sacrifices of the martyred jawans, it’s inspiring to see their children making a mark in various fields, including sports.
A shining example
Rahul Soreng, the son of martyred jawan Vijay Soreng, is a shining example of this. Hailing from Gomla district in Jharkhand, Rahul has been selected for the under-19 team of Haryana. His father, Vijay Soreng, was a head constable in the 82nd battalion of the CRPF and had joined the forces in 1993. It’s a proud moment for the Soreng family, and a testament to the fact that the children of martyred jawans are making a name for themselves in various fields.
A tribute to the martyrs
As the nation pays tribute to the martyred jawans, it’s essential to remember their sacrifices and the impact they had on the country. Virender Sehwag, who has been supporting the educational expenses of the martyred jawans’ children, has been a beacon of hope for these families. His efforts have inspired many others to come forward and support the children of martyred jawans. As we remember the sacrifices of the brave jawans, let’s also celebrate the achievements of their children, who are making a mark in various fields and making their families proud.