Why Do We Need Someone Else’s Approval Before Appreciating Our Own Heroes?
The recent actions of the Flydubai captain have rightly attracted admiration. Faced with an extraordinary situation inside the cockpit, he reportedly acted with courage, composure, and determination to ensure the safety of everyone on board.
Acts of bravery deserve recognition. They remind us that when circumstances become critical, individuals can rise above fear and make decisions that protect lives.
Every Act of Courage Has Its Own Weight
At the same time, courage is not something that can be measured through comparisons. Every situation is different. The soldiers of Saragarhi, the defenders of Rezang La, Abdul Hamid at Asal Uttar, first responders during disasters, ordinary citizens who save lives, and professionals who remain calm under pressure all represent different forms of courage.
Every action carries its own weight according to the circumstances in which it occurs. The value of bravery does not increase or decrease because someone from outside chooses to praise it.
The Real Issue: Why Do We Wait for Validation?
A curious habit has developed in modern society. Often, people hesitate to appreciate an achievement until it is first acknowledged by a foreign media outlet, an international commentator, or an outside observer.
Once external approval arrives, admiration suddenly becomes acceptable. Yet the achievement itself has not changed. The courage displayed was exactly the same before and after the recognition.
True confidence as a society comes from recognising excellence on merit, not from waiting for someone else to certify that it is worthy of recognition.
Respect Should Be Based on Actions
Whether appreciation comes from India or abroad is secondary. What matters is the action itself. If an individual demonstrates professionalism, courage, leadership, or sacrifice, that deserves acknowledgment regardless of who notices it first.
Heroes are not created by headlines. They are defined by their actions.
Perhaps the bigger lesson is not that others have praised a courageous act. The bigger lesson is that we should be confident enough to recognise and celebrate courage, integrity, and excellence whenever we see it—without waiting for anyone else's approval.
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