Have you ever wondered that a person can do his job even after death? You may laugh after hearing this, but it is true in the case of Baba Harbhajan Singh. Let us know the story of this unique soldier, who is protecting the country even after being martyred.
The extraordinary journey of an ordinary soldier
Harbhajan Singh was born on 30 August 1946. He was from a simple family and wanted to serve the country. So at the age of 20, he decided to join the Indian Army. On 9 February 1966, he joined the Punjab Regiment. Harbhajan Singh was a very hardworking and honest soldier. He used to do his duty with full dedication. But destiny has its own way.
A tragic accident
It was the day of 4 October 1968. Harbhajan Singh was on duty with his colleagues on the hills of Sikkim. They were taking a herd of horses from one place to another. Suddenly his foot slipped and he fell into a river. His body was swept away in the strong current. His companions kept searching for him for three days, but he was nowhere to be found. Everyone thought that Harbhajan Singh was no longer in this world.
Turning Point
But then something happened, which surprised everyone. It is said that Harbhajan Singh came in the dream of one of his companions. He told me where his body was. And truly, when the soldiers went to that place, they found Harbhajan Singh’s body. After this incident, people started feeling that Harbhajan Singh’s soul is still with them. Gradually he came to be known as ‘Baba Harbhajan Singh’.
Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple
Seeing the devotion of the people, the army built a temple in the memory of Harbhajan Singh. This temple is located at an altitude of 14,000 feet in Sikkim. Thousands of people visit every year. Baba Harbhajan Singh’s uniform, shoes and other belongings are kept in the temple. His shoes are polished every day. People believe that the soil and water here have miraculous powers.
Watchman on the China border
The most interesting thing is that Baba Harbhajan Singh is still considered an active member of the Indian Army. He gets a salary every month and is also given two months leave in a year. It is said that Baba Harbhajan Singh still keeps an eye on the China border. If the Chinese army tries to take any wrong step, then Baba warns his comrades in their dreams. No one knows how true this is. But it is certain that even Chinese soldiers respect Baba Harbhajan Singh. They also sometimes come to pay obeisance at his temple.
Whether you believe this story or not, one thing is certain. The story of Baba Harbhajan Singh reminds us that the feeling of patriotism and duty never dies. They teach us that it is possible to do anything for our country, even after death.
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