Over 350 students and 25 teachers from 10 schools volunteered during the twoday Military Literature Festival that concluded at the Lake Club on Saturday. The team of volunteers was working under the guidance of Major General TPS Waraich (retd). HT’s Tanb
I escorted many military officers to Venue C. They encourage us to do well in life. I even got a picture with CM Capt Amarinder Singh. Earlier, I never thought of joining military but now I want to. ARMAAN SINGH, 14, Class 9, Yadavindra Public School, Mohali
I want to become a pilot. My father is a group captain in the air force and has always motivated me. This festival has encouraged me further to work hard to achieve my dreams. INAYAT KAUR, 14, Class 9, Manav Mangal School, Mohali
I visited the armament section and I was very excited to hold an AK58 rifle and a rocket launcher in my hands. I love my country and want to serve it by joining the military. KASHISH SHARMA, 13, Class 9, Manav Mangal School, Mohali
We got to learn a lot about the defence forces. It seems the life of a soldier is very adventurous, something that I love. For me, this appears to be the right profession. RIYA BAWEJA, 14, Class 9, Manav Mangal School, Mohali
The festival gave me a chance to interact with war veterans and real heroes. Interacting with Capt Bana Singh, a Param Vir Chakra winner, was a great experience. SHASHANK GARG, 16, Class 12, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute, Mohali
I met three Param Vir Chakra awardees. This was possible only because of the festival. It has motivated me to prepare well for NDA as I want to join the forces. GURJOT SINGH, 16, Class 12, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute, Mohali
Earlier, I never had a close interaction with the military. At this fest, I interacted with veterans. It was a learning experience. I want to become a pilot, and this festival has motivated me further. INDERPREET KAUR, 12, Class 8, Shemrock Sr Sec School, Mohali
