In the Dining Hall Of NDA Khadakwasla ............. 1 THOSE MISSING PRISONERS OF WAR WHO MAY BE IN PAK JAILS
In Dining Hall Of NDA Khadakwasla , at the entrance of the hall there is a table set for one,
with the chair tilted forward. This table is set for the Prisoners of War who are forgotten, but
holding on to the hope that they will return one day.
The Placard on the table has following written on it
The table set is small, for one, symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner against his oppressors.
The single rose displayed in a vase reminds us of the families and loved ones of our comrades-
in-arms who keep their faith awaiting their return.
The Red Ribbon tied so prominently on the vase is reminiscent of the red ribbon worn upon the
lapel and breasts of thousands who bear witness to their unyielding determination to demand a
proper accounting of our missing.
The candle is unlit, symbolizing the upward reach of their unconquerable spirit.
The slice of Lemon is on the bread plate, to remind us of the bitter fate.
There is salt upon the bread plate - symbolic of the families’ tears as they wait.
The Glass is inverted, they cannot toast with us this night.
The chair – it is empty. They are not here.
Remember ! All of you who served with them and called them comrades, who
depended upon their might and aid, and relied upon them, for surely, they have not
forsaken you.
Remember until the day they come home......
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