Sam Daniel
Thursday, December 11, 2008 6:08 PM (Chennai)
NSG commando A K Singh wants to fight for the country, even after losing sight in one eye while fighting terrorists at the Oberoi hotel in Mumbai. This happened just weeks before his wedding.
A K Singh was one of the brave NSG Commandos who stormed the 18th floor of the Oberoi hotel in Mumbai to rescue hostages and kill the terrorists a fortnight ago. But he has paid a heavy price.
Doctors say he has lost his vision in his left eye. Splinters had damaged his optic nerve when terrorists threw a hand grenade. But this has not dented his commando spirit.
"The spirit of the fauji never dies. Always it remains with full spirit and josh. I'm so proud to have been a part of this operation. I want to join my commandos fast," said Captain A K Singh, NSG Commando.
"When I reached his place he had already demonstrated his bravery. I'm sure he'd come back soon and join us all," said Major C Bharath, NSG commando.
The captain and his doctor friend Madhu had planned to get married soon. His fiance says that she is now all the more proud of her hero.
"We'd now get married soon after he recovers and gets fit, perhaps in December itself or in January," said Madhu, A K Singh's fianc .
Captain A K Singh who took the terrorists head on is still on his way to recovery. He's not complaining, but requires the best possible medical help.