No security, no glamour, only sacrifice: Dr A Velumani's powerful tribute to Indian soldiers amid rising India-Pakistan tensions

As tensions flare between India and Pakistan, social media has become a space for both patriotism and reflection. While headlines are dominated by security updates and diplomatic stand-offs, a heartfelt note by Thyrocare founder Dr A Velumani is making waves online. His post draws a powerful contrast between the glamour bestowed on celebrities and politicians, and the silent sacrifice of soldiers stationed on the borders, those who protect the country without ever demanding recognition.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Velumani wrote, “Politicians, film stars, sports stars all get security without even threats. Worshipped by millions of followers in social media. Dozens of cameras focus on them if they get down from their limousines."

Highlighting the stark difference, he added, “Defence personnel do not get any attention. They never get security but give security. No cameras focus on them. No glamour.” He praised the relentless commitment of the armed forces who, he said, have not slept for the last 15 days so that 150 crore Indians can sleep in peace. “We do not know how many days or weeks or months they have to stand on the border risking their lives,” he continued, before concluding with a hopeful line: “Hope peace returns fast.”


Velumani’s post has struck a chord online, with many netizens echoing his sentiments and calling for greater recognition of India’s real heroes, who serve without fanfare, headlines, or hashtags.

India-Pakistan’s rising tensions

In a strong retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir with precision strikes. The Indian government warned that any assault on its military bases would provoke a decisive response. On Thursday, defence sources confirmed that Pakistan fired eight missiles aimed at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia — all of which were successfully intercepted by Indian air defence systems. Meanwhile, Pakistani drones were intercepted in Jammu’s Udhampur and Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer, triggering loud explosions and visible flashes in the night sky. In anticipation of further escalation, blackouts were enforced in several areas, including Bikaner, Jalandhar, Kishtwar, Akhnoor, Samba, Jammu, and Amritsar.