‘I’ll come home next Diwali’: Kargil hero’s promise to mother left unfulfilled

As Diwali approaches, it serves as a heartfelt reminder for the families of brave soldiers like Captain Amit Bhardwaj, whose heartfelt promise to return was shattered in the Kargil War. Major Mohini Garge-Kulkarni narrates his poignant story, shedding light on the lingering uncertainties military families endure. His legacy lives on in cherished memorials and the family’s remembrance each Diwali, a bittersweet tribute to his courage and sacrifice.