For India's frontier guards, it's all in a day's work.
Life is monotonous, and often dangerous.
Homesickness is a constant companion. But most BSF troopers say they knew the odds when they joined and are ready to fight them, even if it means sacrificing a regular family life. He was witness to last week's bloody skirmish between frontier guards of both countries, which left 19 dead including 16 BSF men. But yes, when you think of you family you feel down. But his application was cancelled due to the conflict.