11 Ways To Identify A Fauji Out From A Crowd

There are various ways to identify a fauji man – whether in uniform or in civils. And these ways certainly are different than identifying others. There are some traits and identifying factors that make the fauji stand out of the crowd; here are some of these:

Crew Cut: Agreed already? The first thing you see when you say a man is fauji is his haircut. That typical haircut with a zero on sides and one above the scalp makes it easier to identify a fauji.
Attitude: The enthusiasm, positivity, engagement, upbeat and the professional attitude totally stands out. They are friendly and approachable.
Fast Actions: Fauijs walk with a purpose, as if their trip to the grocery store is actually a field briefing. Because they know the importance of time and its management.
Communication: Faujis are attentive, respectful and good listeners. This stellar communication habits went a long way moulding a fauji into what you are experiencing today.
T-Shirt tucked in a tracked: And follow this up with PT shoes in broad daylight, voila! You can surely say that he is a fauji.
Professionalism: Pay attention to what he does to mark him as a fauji. They are memorable and unique, remarkable and talented, professional and reliable, creative and interesting. Just anything can’t define it unless you see it. What’s different about fauji is visible yet unnoticeable.
Jargon: Fauijs have a totally different accent on language. As if they are trying to speak to their senior. That respect always reflects.
Perfectly Turned Out: Whether he is in uniform, evening formals or in a pair of jeans and a tee you can be sure he is perfectly groomed and well turned out.
Every Other Person is “Sir”/”Madam”: You can easily pick out a fauji by their over usage of “sir” and “ma’am.” It is a credit to the military’s discipline that a cashier receives the same clipped tones and politeness a four-star general would.
Respecting All Religions: Indian military is one of the few genuinely secular organisations in our country where personal religious equations are largely irrelevant. Every religion is equally attended by everyone.
Sleeping anywhere, anytime: Faujis can sleep approximately anywhere, on anything. And mind you, the hard work that goes in learning that sleep is worth it.