Silence is Not Neutral It is Injustice in Uniform

There is a growing and deeply concerning pattern of silence when it comes to issues affecting soldiers the very individuals who stand guard for the nation 24 hours a day, without pause, without complaint.

Why is it that disabled soldiers face discrimination in tax exemptions, where benefits are restricted only to those who are invalidated out, ignoring those who continue to serve despite disability? Is sacrifice measured only when a soldier is forced out, and not when he continues to wear the uniform against all odds?

Why is there confusion surrounding toll tax exemptions, which were clearly extended to serving soldiers under special provisions, yet are now being diluted by bureaucratic interpretations even when there is no overriding effect under the National Highways framework?

And why does this pattern repeat itself?

Silence.

A troubling silence from those in governance until the aggrieved soldier is compelled to knock on the doors of the court. And the moment he does, the same voices that remained absent take refuge behind one convenient phrase:

“The matter is sub judice.”

This is not governance. This is evasion.

The same approach has been witnessed in long-pending issues like NFU (Non-Functional Upgradation) where justice is delayed, responses are avoided, and responsibility is deferred.

Let us be clear about one fundamental truth:

A soldier is not a 9-to-5 employee.

He may be paid like one, but he is on duty every hour of every day. His responsibility does not end with office hours it lives with him, in uniform and beyond, in peace and in war.

And yet, when it comes to protecting his rights, the system becomes hesitant, fragmented, and silent.

This silence must be called out.

Those who govern must remember:

The security they enjoy, the freedom they exercise, and the authority they hold all stand on the unwavering commitment of these very soldiers.

It is time to speak clearly, responsibly, and with accountability.

Because no one should be allowed to take advantage of those who have chosen to serve silently.

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Jai Hind Jai Hind Ki Sena: Col Amit Kumar