In a war fought by mob and media frenzy, who won and who lost?
In a battle of perceptions, passions rose from the past.
When Planes crossed old lines and new precedents were set,
a scramble here and a dog fight there, and Our Wing Commander was caught.
War's a gentleman's game or so the powers thought at Geneva,
but, behind enemy lines, good will begets no 'Spasiba'.
Body blows and probing questions resulted in poise and calm,
the soldier was treated well - of this there wasn't any qualm.
Finally, at Wagah, the warrior returned, head bloody but unbowed,
'A new role model in a nation of false idols' said all aloud.
Confusion, Propaganda, Disillusion - despite all perils of this manner,
One thing stood tall - unflinching respect and awe towards 'Our Wing Commander'.
Dedicated to Wing Commander Varthaman Abhinandan of IAF's 51 Squadron (Mig-21 Bison).
Jai Hind!
