Major Prajakta Desai talks about Operation Sindoor, Army Life, and War Stories!

In this special Independence Day episode, we sit down with Major Prajakta Desai, a veteran officer, along with our curious 8-year-old co-host and Sid. From explaining why India has an army, to daily life in uniform, to stories of courage and independence — this episode breaks down the big world of the armed forces into simple, heartfelt conversations that even kids can relate to. It’s an episode about discipline, freedom, sacrifice, and the spirit of India — told in a way that makes you smile, wonder, and feel proud. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Introductory note 02:13 – Welcome to the podcast! 03:07 – Explaining Army life to an 8-year-old 04:35 – Why Army is more than just a job 06:30 – Soldiers guarding us while we sleep 07:29 – Do soldiers ever feel fear? 08:46 – Army movies vs reality 10:36 – What makes a great Army officer? 13:25 – Do soldiers get holidays or weekends? 14:58 – Army roles & ranks simplified 18:20 – Exams you need to join the Army 21:11 – The toughest training experience 25:32 – The hardest punishment faced 29:17 – Holding a gun for the first time 33:17 – The operation that left a mark forever 39:35 – Do soldiers rest when sick or injured? 40:38 – Can women join and serve in the Army? 50:40 – What happens when a soldier dies? 53:59 – The story of Pakistan’s formation 58:30 – How the West shaped India’s relations 1:02:20 – Rootvi’s way to convince you to join the Army 1:03:02 – Which badges belong to whom? 1:05:45 – Major Prajakta on the SpiceJet issue 1:12:32 – How to respect Army officers 1:14:14 – Major Prajakta’s final words