Retired 79-Year-Old Army Officer Captivates India with Her Indore Food Stall
An uplifting story from Indore is gaining widespread attention across India, as a 79-year-old woman, who retired from the Indian Army as an administrative officer, has become an inspiration by setting up her own food stall. Her actions have highlighted her resilience, independence, and zest for life.
The narrative emerged when food vlogger Kashish Soni posted a video on Instagram, capturing the elderly woman managing her food stall single-handedly. The stall, which serves popular Indian street foods such as idli and chole bhature, has become a viral sensation, garnering over 3 million views. The video has sparked widespread admiration for her determination and spirit.
In the video, the former officer explains that after concluding her military career, she decided to pursue her long-held passion for cooking. Having chosen never to marry, she states, "Main apne shaukh nahi poore kar paaungi. Aaj bhi mujhe sab cheez ka shaukh hai," indicating her commitment to living life according to her own interests. She also shares that she studied fine arts in Mumbai, where she completed a degree in the field.
The food stall is situated in front of Modern Gift Store near Chandra Lok Colony on Khajrana Road, Shree Nagar Extension in Indore, and it opens for business after 6 PM.
Social media users have filled the comments with praise, describing her as a symbol of women's empowerment and individuality. Comments include sentiments such as "Live example of women being happy and independent" and "At the end, it’s all about being able to be yourself and let the world know your worth."
The retired officer's story contributes to a growing trend of people who redefine retirement and demonstrate that it's never too late to embark on new ventures. Her transition from serving the nation to serving food with love is celebrated as a depiction of determination, passion, and self-reliance, inspiring many both online and offline.
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I think you should check the authenticity of the content first…..Have you checked her name and when was she in Army,and where.
This is completely vague and mislea information……do not print content just for the heck of it.
Why cannot administrative officer do when she is unmarried and passion and starts at 6 pm. She is not commissilned officer.she may be civilian in ministry of defence and usually posted in army hqrs. I am myself civillan and worked as officer in army hqrs delhi.people dont have knowledge about mod.there are also civilans working as officers sao, Acso.cso etc .those who critisize are themselves ignorant sbout armed forcrs. The print media or social media dont know what to write properly.she was administrative officer .bloody fools.non application of mind.
Why cannot administrative officer do when she is unmarried and passion and starts at 6 pm. She is not commissilned officer.she may be civilian in ministry of defence and usually posted in army hqrs. I am myself civillan and worked as officer in army hqrs delhi.people dont have knowledge about mod.there are also civilans working as officers sao, Acso.cso etc .those who critisize are themselves ignorant sbout armed forcrs. The print media or social media dont know what to write properly.she was administrative officer .bloody fools.non application of mind.
Fake news. This is not true. There is no way that she can be an army officer. Anyone who is from defence or have a little idea about defence would be able to tell that this is fake.
This seems to be a fraud news because it says this lady was an Administrative officer in the Army! Till the year 1990 or so, the ladies in the Armed Forces of Bharat were from the Medical Branches alone. Any lady who joined in the other branches, would be at the most aged 55 years as of now.