Salute to Him: Ex-Army Man Brijendra Singh There are rare acts of selflessness that can usually be eclipsed under the daily harsh reality of living in this present world. Such acts of altruism can be bright lights shining for individuals, really motivating. One such individual is Brijendra Singh, a retired army man from India.
Brijendra Singh stands out as a really devoted individual whose compassion takes him to two important roles in life now that he has retired from military service. Day in and day out, he stands guard to shield his fellow men from harm. He is a selfless teacher at night, reaching out to the destitute little ones in shanty schools in slum areas, giving them hope for a brighter tomorrow.
The Army and Civilian Life
Soldier Brijendra now wears his 50’s, but his soldier life was spent with great pride as Army personnel of India. It was not his choice, but years after years of serving, formulating a wonderful discipline within him, instilling endurance, duty in his fibers-all this runs till now, and the definition marks his life after retirement. Like so many other ex-army people turning to civilian life, Brijendra had to bite it, but rather than wasting this time in pity, he chose to spend his energy on serving society in some other manner.
By now, most ex-soldiers were hired as security guards. A retired soldier, of course, had also taken up the job as a security guard to carry on with his day-to-day living. But, every day, his heart was filled with the suffering that his eyes witnessed in the lives of deprived children. Each day from before him opened to the lack of education and the opportunities it made possible. Everything inspired him to make that difference.
Lighting Up Lives Through Education
Every evening after the work hours, Brijendra Singh devotes his time to teaching the children from near-slum areas. He creates an informal classroom in open space or the so-called makeshift room, with a blackboard, some chalk and a few books.
Many of these children are either dropouts or have never seen the walls of a school because of their financial and harsh realities of poverty. Brijendra teaches them patiently basic subjects like mathematics, science, and English, laying a strong foundation for them. He adds life lessons – inspire them to have big dreams and put in effort.
What makes his effort all the more commendable is the commitment he has. Despite the stressful day job, Brijendra’s presence every evening accords him the same enthusiasm as any wholesome activity of a person, indicating that just a single person’s determination and kindness can create a change.
Challenges and Triumphs
Brijendra has to bear these sufferings; he works hard to sustain this dual life: tiring and exhausting. Sources of finance limit him from accessing meaningful resources to help him teach. This doesn’t deter him, however. He buys a book or a notebook or pencil for his students from his little salary, which he receives as a security guard.
The community is slowly catching on with him, as the neighbors are starting to appreciate and contribute one way or another, such as bringing in old books for him or setting up a more comfortable teaching place for him.
For Brijendra, therefore, the greatest rewards come in smiles and progress made by students. Many of the students he teaches have already found their way to formal schools, and his books are now measured by the yardstick of their success.
The change caused by one man’s vision
The efforts of Brijendra Singh manifest the belief of change that education transforms life and, to the greatest extent, return to society. For him, education is the only means that can really break that cycle of poverty and empower underprivileged persons to create a better future for themselves.
The same part of his story says that nobody can contribute anything toward improving society depending on their financial status and circumstances. The dual role as protector and educator is an exposure for Brijendra, revealing that the service to the nation doesn’t end with military service-it takes other forms even in civilian life.
Acknowledgment and Support
He has not asked for any awards, yet he is not unnoticed. The local media began covering his story and inspiring others to step out and extend their hands toward similar initiatives. Now community people and NGOs are working on ways of facilitating him with more as teaching materials, clothes for the children, and permanent classroom setting.
That’s the story of Brijendra Singh, now trending on social media as many call for government and institutional aid so that his impact may increase. The expectation is that more people will be encouraged to take major steps in serving their areas.
Conclusion: A True Hero of Society
The life of Brijendra Singh teaches humility, devotion, and the ability of one person to change the world. From guarding the borders as a soldier to molding the upcoming minds in a school environment, today, he continues to serve a nation selflessly.
His story reminds that heroism lies not only in great deeds but also in mundane acts of kindness and endurance. As we salute Brijendra Singh, let us also search for something within ourselves we can do to uplift the people around us.
Once a soldier,always a soldier!
— devraj ದೇವರಾಜ್ देवराज (@devrajcsp) January 14, 2021
Brijendra Singh, an ex-Army man, now an ATM guard in Dehradun teaches the children of nearby slum in ATM's light every evening.
He is a perfect manifestation of what the Army institution does for our country.@PMOIndia @narendramodi @DrRPNishank pic.twitter.com/tOE31QpkXi
