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Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli Show Support to The Indian Armed Forces
Updated on: 09 May, 2025 02:23 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma
In a climate of heightened cross-border tensions, prominent figures Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have publicly voiced their strong support for the Indian Armed Forces. Their messages of gratitude come as the nation navigates a period of increased awareness following recent military actions.
Her husband, cricket superstar Virat Kohli, was among the first to comment, writing "Jai Hind" with a folded hand and a heart emoji. Kohli also shared his own powerful message on his official social media handles. He lauded the forces "for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times." His post read, "We stand in solidarity with, and salute our armed forces for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times. We are forever indebted to our heroes for their unwavering bravery and heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families make for our great nation ."
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Following India`s action, Pakistan launched retaliatory drone and missile attacks. These targeted multiple key locations and military stations in Northern and Western India, specifically in Punjab, Jammu (including Pathankot and Udhampur), and Rajasthan. According to the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), "Military Stations of Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur in proximity to the International Boundary, in Jammu & Kashmir, targeted by Pakistan using missiles and drones. No losses. Threat neutralised by #IndianArmedForces as per SoP with kinetic & non-kinetic means." The Indian Armed Forces successfully neutralised these threats, preventing any loss of life or significant damage on the Indian side.
The heartfelt messages from Sharma and Kohli resonate with a nation proud of its protectors, highlighting the unwavering spirit and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces and their families.
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A United Stand from a Power Couple
Actor Anushka Sharma, who is also the daughter of a retired Army Colonel, took to Instagram to express her deep appreciation. She called the Indian Armed Forces real `heroes` in a note posted on the platform. Sharma wrote, "Eternally grateful to our Indian Armed Forces for protecting us through these times like the heroes that they are. Heartfelt gratitude to the sacrifices they and their families have made. Jai Hind". She concluded her post with an Indian flag emoji.View this post on Instagram
Her husband, cricket superstar Virat Kohli, was among the first to comment, writing "Jai Hind" with a folded hand and a heart emoji. Kohli also shared his own powerful message on his official social media handles. He lauded the forces "for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times." His post read, "We stand in solidarity with, and salute our armed forces for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times. We are forever indebted to our heroes for their unwavering bravery and heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families make for our great nation ."
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The Context: Escalating Border Tensions
These expressions of solidarity arrive after a series of significant developments. India recently conducted "Operation Sindoor", a precision strike that targeted and demolished nine terrorist centres in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This operation was a response to the tragic Pahalgam attack on April 22, which resulted in the loss of 26 innocent lives, including tourists and a foreign national.Following India`s action, Pakistan launched retaliatory drone and missile attacks. These targeted multiple key locations and military stations in Northern and Western India, specifically in Punjab, Jammu (including Pathankot and Udhampur), and Rajasthan. According to the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), "Military Stations of Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur in proximity to the International Boundary, in Jammu & Kashmir, targeted by Pakistan using missiles and drones. No losses. Threat neutralised by #IndianArmedForces as per SoP with kinetic & non-kinetic means." The Indian Armed Forces successfully neutralised these threats, preventing any loss of life or significant damage on the Indian side.
The heartfelt messages from Sharma and Kohli resonate with a nation proud of its protectors, highlighting the unwavering spirit and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces and their families.
Also Read: Virat Kohli Hugs Anushka Sharma After Receiving Champions Trophy Medal, Watch
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