Dear Mishti,

I hope this letter finds you well and happy. It’s been too long since we last spoke, but today, I have something special to share with you. Life has thrown many challenges my way, but I believe that each of them has been worth it for this moment.

Guess what? I’ve been promoted to Major! I can hardly believe it myself. It feels surreal, almost like a dream, yet here I am—Major Abir! This journey has been tough but incredibly fulfilling, and I couldn’t have done it without the constant love and support from family and, of course, from you. You’ve always been my greatest cheerleader, my guiding light, and I wanted you to be one of the first to hear the news.

The day I received the promotion letter, memories of every struggle, every sleepless night, and every hard-fought battle flashed through my mind. I thought of you and the faith you’ve always had in me, pushing me to be my best self. Your letters, your words of encouragement, and even the little scoldings when I felt like giving up—they all made a difference.

This promotion isn’t just my achievement; it’s a part of our journey. This honor belongs as much to you as it does to me. I’m eager to visit soon, to celebrate together, and to catch up on everything we’ve missed.

Until then, keep smiling, and stay as strong as you’ve always been. Your strength has always been my anchor. I’ll write again soon, but for now, hold this news close and know that I’m dedicating this new rank to you and everyone else who believed in me.

With all my love and gratitude,
Major Abir

Dear Major Abir,

Congratulations! I can’t tell you how proud I am to hear about your promotion—it’s the news I’ve been waiting for, knowing how much effort and dedication you’ve poured into this dream. Reading your letter made my heart swell with happiness. I wish I could have been there to see that gleam in your eyes, the one I know all too well, as you stepped up to receive this honor.

But Abir, I have some news too. I spoke to my parents about us—about everything that we mean to each other. I told them how much you mean to me, how your strength and dedication inspire me, and how sure I am that we’re meant to be together. After a long conversation, they agreed! They’re excited to meet you and your family, and, believe it or not, we’re going to Rajkot soon to meet your parents.

I know this may come as a surprise, but it just felt right to take this step now. We’ve been patient for so long, waiting for the right time, and I think it’s finally here. So get ready, Major, because we have a future to plan! I can’t wait to stand by your side not just in spirit, but in life, through every journey that lies ahead.

Thank you for being you, for always making me proud, and for sharing this beautiful moment with me. Let’s make it official soon!

With all my love and excitement,
Mishti

My Dearest Mishti,

I hope this letter reaches you in great spirits. As I sit down to write, thoughts of you bring such warmth to my heart. It feels surreal knowing that soon, you will be my partner not only in love but in this journey of duty and honor.

Marrying a soldier is different from the life most people imagine. I’ve often thought about the unique role you’re stepping into, one that comes with as much sacrifice as it does love. Being a soldier’s wife isn’t easy; it asks for resilience, patience, and a courage all its own. There will be times when my duties call me far away, when weeks or even months go by, and all we have are letters and fleeting moments on the phone. There will be missed birthdays, anniversaries, and perhaps countless small, precious moments we might have wanted to share. I’ll rely on your strength and faith during these times, knowing that your love will be my anchor no matter where I am.

You will be the light in our home, the keeper of memories, and the strength that binds us. Your faith and encouragement will become the silent force that drives me forward every day. People may not realize it, but a soldier’s bravery is often fueled by the courage of those who love them. Your quiet sacrifices—waiting, hoping, and standing strong—will be as essential as my own duty.

And I want you to know that through all of this, my love and respect for you will only deepen. You won’t just be my wife; you will be my partner in this duty to our nation, someone whose strength I will draw upon in every mission. Every time I return home, it will be your smile, your unwavering belief, that I will long for and hold close.

So, my love, as we prepare for this new journey together, know that I am endlessly grateful to you for choosing this path with me. You are and always will be my reason to return safe, my strength to keep going, and my heart’s true home.

With all my love,
Yours, Abir

My Dear Abir,

I hope this letter brings you a bit of home and warmth. Each day, I think of you and hope you’re safe, surrounded by strength and purpose. Life here has a rhythm now, a new routine, and every part of it somehow brings me closer to you, even while you're away in Jammu.

My mornings start early, and you’ll laugh to know I’ve taken up your habit of waking up before sunrise. I start with a quiet prayer for you, for your safety and for the strength to be the kind of partner you deserve. Then, I get on with the household chores, keeping everything in order, just like you like it. It’s almost as if I’m preparing for you to walk through the door any minute, though I know that day may be far off.

After breakfast, I spend time with your parents, learning more of their stories, their wisdom, and their experiences. We often talk about you, of course, and they love sharing little anecdotes from your childhood, tales that bring you closer to me. It’s my way of feeling connected to you, of filling our home with memories, even in your absence.

By afternoon, I sit by the window, reading or writing, imagining you somewhere out there, perhaps thinking of me as I am of you. I think of everything we’ll share when you’re back—your stories, my stories, and the laughter that binds us.

Evenings are quiet. I’ve taken to walking in the garden as the sun sets, watching the sky fade, and feeling as if, somewhere, you’re watching the same colors, maybe even thinking of me too. It’s a beautiful kind of waiting, this life we’re building even when apart.

At night, I end my day as I started, with a prayer, and my last thought is always of you. I fall asleep holding on to the hope that each day apart brings us closer to your next return.

I miss you, Abir, but know that our love fills every corner of this home. It keeps me strong and fills me with pride, knowing I’m yours, waiting and praying for you always.

With all my love and longing,
Yours, Mishti

Army Headquarters
Indian Army
Date: 7 May 1999

To:
Major Abir Rajvansh
4th Battalion, Sikh Regiment
Indian Army

Subject: Posting Orders - Deployment to Kargil Sector

Dear Major Rajvansh,

We trust this letter finds you well. In view of the recent escalations in the Kargil sector, the Army Headquarters has reassessed its strategic deployment requirements and is mobilizing additional forces to the front lines. Your experience, dedication, and exemplary service record have been noted, and we are confident in your abilities to lead under challenging circumstances.

As per the orders of the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, you are hereby assigned to the Kargil sector, effective immediately, to support ongoing operations in the region. Your battalion will reinforce positions and engage in operations to secure key strategic points in the area.

Reporting orders:
You are to report to the commanding officer of the stationed brigade in Kargil within 48 hours of receiving this letter. Necessary provisions and logistics have been arranged to facilitate the rapid mobilization of your unit to the designated operational area.

The nation relies on the commitment and valor of soldiers like you, and we have full confidence in your leadership during this critical juncture. Your contributions in this campaign will be instrumental in upholding the security and sovereignty of our borders.

Wishing you strength and success in the days ahead. The thoughts and prayers of your countrymen are with you and your comrades in arms.

Jai Hind.

Yours sincerely,
Colonel Arjun Singh
Personnel Division
Army Headquarters

My Dearest Mishti,

If you’re reading this, it means I am no longer by your side. Writing this letter was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do, but I wanted to make sure you had my final words, my love, and my wishes to carry with you.

I want you to know that I cherished every single moment we shared. Loving you was the greatest honor of my life, and you have been my strength, my peace, and my greatest joy. Your love kept me grounded, gave me courage, and filled my life with purpose. But if this letter has reached you, it means that my duty to our nation demanded my life, and that I could not return to the home we dreamed of building together.

Mishti, please don’t let this end your dreams. You’re young, with so much life still ahead of you, and I want you to live it to the fullest. I want you to find happiness again, to open your heart to love, and to build the family we talked about on those quiet nights together. I want you to hold a child in your arms one day, to be a mother, to give someone else the warmth and beauty you have always given me. I want you to feel the joy of laughter, the comfort of companionship, and the peace of a life well-lived.

Know that you will always have my love, but I don’t want my memory to hold you back. Move forward, my love. Find someone who will cherish you as much as I have, who will be by your side every day, and who will give you the family and future you deserve.

You were, and always will be, my heart’s true home. Carry my love with you, but live on boldly and beautifully, as I know you can. I’ll be watching over you, proud and grateful for every new joy you find.

With all my love,
Yours forever, Abir