Lieutenant Colonel Chetan Kharod maybe serving the country of his choice, but his heart beats for his birthplace. Taking part in an Indo-US exercise at Agra, the soldier talks about what makes his motherland so special

Dressed in his US Air Force overalls, Lieutenant Colonel Chetan Kharod looks every bit an American soldier. But a close look at the man makes you think again. Dark hair speckled with grey and very prominent Indian facial features hint he is not a true blue American, though he guarding the country's soil. "I have never drawn attention to my Indian origin. I was afraid it would attract unnecessary attention from the Indian media," Lt Colonel Kharod said.

Back to his roots: Lieutenant Colonel Chetan Kharod at Agra