{"id":5394,"date":"2014-05-03T10:56:46","date_gmt":"2014-05-03T05:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=5394"},"modified":"2025-01-02T11:08:05","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T05:38:05","slug":"courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/","title":{"rendered":"Courage and Discipline &#8211; A Journey from Akal Academy to BSF Deputy Commandant"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/#The_Life-Changing_Decision_to_Join_Akal_Academy\" >The Life-Changing Decision to Join Akal Academy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/#Shaping_Ideals_and_Building_a_Strong_Foundation\" >Shaping Ideals and Building a Strong Foundation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/#Life_in_the_BSF_%E2%80%93_Adapting_with_Ease\" >Life in the BSF &#8211; Adapting with Ease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/#Akal_Academy_%E2%80%93_A_Source_of_Inspiration_and_Excellence\" >Akal Academy &#8211; A Source of Inspiration and Excellence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/#Addressing_Modern_Challenges_%E2%80%93_A_Call_to_Action\" >Addressing Modern Challenges &#8211; A Call to Action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/courage-and-discipline-a-journey-from-akal-academy-to-bsf-deputy-commandant\/#Message_for_Rural_Students_and_Parents\" >Message for Rural Students and Parents<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Life-Changing_Decision_to_Join_Akal_Academy\"><\/span>The Life-Changing Decision to Join Akal Academy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During my childhood, Baba Iqbal Singh Ji of the Kalgidhar Trust Baru Sahib visited our village, spreading awareness about education for rural children. My father, who was a part of Babaji\u2019s \u2018sangat,\u2019 learned about the Akal Academy Baru Sahib, a newly established institution at the time.<\/p>\n<p>Babaji explained the unique blend of spiritual and worldly education offered at the academy. Despite our modest financial situation, my parents decided to send me to Baru Sahib to shield me from the adverse environment prevalent in Punjab during that time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shaping_Ideals_and_Building_a_Strong_Foundation\"><\/span>Shaping Ideals and Building a Strong Foundation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Everything I have today\u2014my faith, my ideologies, and my career as a Deputy Commandant with the BSF\u2014is rooted in the life-transforming experiences I had at Baru Sahib. I completed my schooling from Akal Academy in 2000, scoring 80%. Afterward, I pursued a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Doon Paramedical College.<\/p>\n<p>The disciplined and structured life at Baru Sahib made me realize my love for a regimented lifestyle, eventually steering me toward serving the nation through the armed forces. With preparation and divine blessings, I passed the BSF entrance exam and began my journey in the Border Security Force.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Life_in_the_BSF_%E2%80%93_Adapting_with_Ease\"><\/span>Life in the BSF &#8211; Adapting with Ease<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For the past 5\u00bd years, I have been serving as Deputy Commandant in the BSF. The environment here feels like a natural extension of the disciplined life I experienced at Baru Sahib. Thanks to the strong foundation laid at school, I easily adapted to the BSF regime and thrived in its structured lifestyle.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Akal_Academy_%E2%80%93_A_Source_of_Inspiration_and_Excellence\"><\/span>Akal Academy &#8211; A Source of Inspiration and Excellence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Akal Academy played a pivotal role in inspiring me to aim high. The teachers and staff, including Er. Amarjeet Singh, Dr. Neelam Ma\u2019am, and Jaswinder Veerji, fostered an environment conducive to learning and all-around development. Babaji\u2019s ever-present guidance further enriched our lives.<\/p>\n<p>The academy also emphasized physical fitness, which proved instrumental in my BSF career. I actively participated in sports such as football, athletics, and badminton, earning the &#8220;Best Sportsman Award&#8221; in 1999\u2014one of my most cherished memories.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Addressing_Modern_Challenges_%E2%80%93_A_Call_to_Action\"><\/span>Addressing Modern Challenges &#8211; A Call to Action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Today, Punjab faces a new crisis\u2014drug and alcohol abuse. Organizations like the Kalgidhar Trust are crucial in combating these challenges, just as they helped the state overcome the terrorism crisis of the 80s and 90s.<\/p>\n<p>I firmly believe that with relentless efforts from such organizations and institutions like Akal Academy, Punjab can once again emerge victorious against these social evils.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Message_for_Rural_Students_and_Parents\"><\/span>Message for Rural Students and Parents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To rural parents and students, I urge you to embrace courage and perseverance. Life beyond school requires resilience and adaptability. Step boldly out of the cocoon of school life, face the realities of the world, and success will inevitably follow.<\/p>\n<p>Akal Academy laid the foundation for my journey, instilling in me the values of discipline, perseverance, and service. I owe my success and the privilege of serving the nation to the transformative education and guidance I received there.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Regards,<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<em>Deputy Commandant Rupinder Singh<\/em><br \/>\n<em>Border Security Force (BSF)<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Life-Changing Decision to Join Akal Academy During my childhood, Baba Iqbal Singh Ji of the Kalgidhar Trust Baru Sahib visited our village, spreading awareness about education for rural children. My father, who was a part of Babaji\u2019s \u2018sangat,\u2019 learned about the Akal Academy Baru Sahib, a newly established institution at the time. 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