Kargil-From Surprise TO Victory
V.P. Malik
Jan 2020 · Sold by Harper Collins
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In February 1999, Pakistani Army personnel, disguised as jihadi militants, infiltrated into mountainous Kargil and occupied key vantage points. Their intrusion triggered a limited war between the world's newest nuclear states. It was a bitter battle, and one that threw up important lessons for India's defence preparedness, as also its responses to conflicts such as this. This incisive book by General V.P. Malik, former Chief of the Army Staff, analyses the reasoning behind the Pakistani Army's moves and tactics and reviews crucial issues such as the extent of intelligence and surveillance failure on the Indian side and the measures necessary to redress these failings. Away from questions of strategy and tactics, however, Kargil is also a reminder of the unalloyed heroism that was on display during those grim weeks, heroism that become a benchmark for valour.
In February 1999, Pakistani Army personnel, disguised as jihadi militants, infiltrated into mountainous Kargil and occupied key vantage points. Their intrusion triggered a limited war between the world's newest nuclear states. It was a bitter battle, and one that threw up important lessons for I...
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190 reviews
Siddeo
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June 1, 2016
This book is straight from the man who played an active role in the the kargil war.Unbiased and Simple language.Real order of events mentioned in this book.Definately worth buying at such a heavily discounted price of 48 rupees.
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Shishir Srivastava
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June 9, 2016
Excellent book,feeling proud over indian army and same time feeling shame for indian leaders.i hv an qns if army save border thn y nt intrstd to save nation from currupt leader,welcome army rule.
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Sumeet Mahendra
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August 5, 2016
Very well written account of Operation Cactus. Matter of proud & honor.
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About the author
General V.P. Malik was Chief of the Indian Army from 1 October 1997 to 30 September 2000. Concurrently, he was Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee, for two years. He planned, coordinated and oversaw the execution of Operation Vijay to evict Pakistani military intrusion in Kargil in 1999.
General V.P. Malik was Chief of the Indian Army from 1 October 1997 to 30 September 2000. Concurrently, he was Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee, for two years. He planned, coordinated and oversaw the execution of Operation Vijay to evict Pakistani military intrusion in Kargil in 1999.
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