The siachen saga is a book that tells of an undeclared war that has been raging on for the past three decades between the two countries in this region. Gokhale, one of asias best known defence analysts and authors, goes behind the obvious and delves into minds of the siachen soldiers and brings out the fears, triumphs, tragedies and the remarkable feats of human endurance in this fascinating account. Its sad that indiras congress under an italian cook and compromised manmohan singh wanted to gift siachen to pakistan. In his supremely wellcrafted book the siachen saga, mr. The siachen saga, nitin gokhale, one of indias most committed and respected defence correspondents, has provided. About the book content every true indian must read to understand the strategic importance of siachen and the hardships our army and air force are doing to secure our strategic position. It is a slice of history that speaks volumes of the courage and patriotism of the indian army, fighting for their country from a place as inhospitable as siachen.
The siachen saga detailing the three decade long operation and personal stories of triumph and tragedy, fear and joy of soldiers and air warriors involved in indias longest running military operation, was released in delhi on 11 april. How and why i wrote a book on siachen the book cover. Gokhale, one of south asias leading strategic analysts, is a. Sep 22, 2017 gokhale is a prolific author with books such as beyond nj 9842.
The siachen saga, on the standoff between india and pakistan in the worlds highest battleground. The siachen saga, nitin gokhale, one of indias most committed and respected defence correspondents, has provided the wider strategic community with an incisive account of three decades of operations by the indian army ia and the indian air force iaf on the siachen glacier, arguably the most. I cant wait to relive a bit of my past there through your words. Apr, 2014 thirty years ago today, op meghdoot was launched. Discussion about all the fields of computer aided engineering, finite element analysis sharing of worldwide experience by more than 10 working professionals emphasis on practical usuage and minimum mathematics simple language, more than colour images international quality printing on specially imported paper why this book has been written. Books and beyond, a book show broadcast on indians national broadcaster doordarshan. The programme has a participatory and inclusive format and showcases the multilingual diversity of indian literature in an unfolding kaleidoscope of books, authors and readings. Siachen marathi by nitin a gokhale and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He also has vast experience as an author and teacher, and is also a student of. Illustrated with never before seen photographs and peppered with personal stories and anecdotes of the soldiers, the book is an in.
Gokhale, one of south asias leading strategic analysts, is a renowned author, media trainer and founder of a specialised defencerelated website. That is exactly what nitin gokhale attempts to do, and comes up triumph. The siachen saga book online at best prices in india on. Excerpted from the forthcoming book by nitin a gokhale beyond nj9842. How india won the war, to his credit he sat down with swarajya to discuss his new book. How a stranded chopper was brought back from under the nose of the enemy, from nitin a gokhales book, beyond nj9842. Mar 20, 2014 nitin gokhale, ndtvs security and strategic affairs editor, has written beyond nj 9842. Jan 01, 2014 this is an exceptional piece by nitin gokhale giving a vivid experience of the challenges of siachen glacier by our bravest of brave indian soldiers. Register to the hindu for free and get unlimited access for 30 days. No doubt, the half dozen books on the region mainly present stories of. The siachen saga kindle edition by gokhale, nitin a.
Nitin gokhale subscribed to a channel 7 months ago. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Gokhale multitasking as author, teacher, journalist, student of conflicts and wars. Namita gokhale has conceived and curated over hundred episodes of kitaabnama. Gokhale, has portrayed this longstanding dispute through the eyes of the veterans who had served there, with the help of their personal stories and anecdotes. While the former deals with logistics, planning and. Jul 18, 2017 this book covers the operational history of the indian army on saltoro ridge siachen glacier.
Illustrated with never before seen photographs and peppered with personal stories. Must read by every indian to know the great sacrifice of its military to secure siachen against all odds. This book is an authentic account of how siachen the highest battlefield in the world became a military flashpoint for india and pakistan over the years. Gokhales new book on the siachen glacier conflict between india and pakistan.
Mar 24, 2014 how and why i wrote a book on siachen. Gokhale, now a media entrepreneur, has worked across print, web and broadcast mediums since 1983. The siachen saga was released by gen vp malik, mr g. Books by nitin a gokhale, nitin a gokhale books online india. The book primarily focuses on two aspects, operation meghdoot. This book is translation of the well acclaimed book beyond nj 9842. Nitin a gokhale is currently posted as security and strategic affairs editor at ndtv.
Apr 21, 2014 the following is an extract from a new book by longterm diplomat contributor nitin a. The books excels in giving a brief background of the siachen conflict between india and pakistan and its sttrategic importance. Gokhale is a media entrepreneur, strategic affairs analyst and author of more than half a dozen books on military history, insurgencies and wars. It had started in 1984, when operation meghdoot was put into effect by the indian army on the barren expanse of the siachen glacier, to avoid pakistan from gaining control of. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Pakistanis were not buying snow clothing for picnic. Feb 09, 2016 heres what the indian army and air force are confronted with in the siachen glacier the following excerpt from nitin gokhale s book beyond nj 9842. Excellent book, very good quality hard bound a lot of colour photos. The book is being published by bloomsbury and will be available in april 2014 the book is being published by bloomsbury and will be available in april 2014.
Heres what the indian army and air force are confronted with. The book beyond nj9842 is due to be on the market in april. Journalist nitin gokhale s book on the siachen glacier is a first of its kind detailing the history of operation meghdoot the fighting on siachen glacier. The siachen saga is the first of its kind, narrating the history of operation meghdoot. Read beyond nj 9842 online by nitin a gokhale books free 30. The siachen saga, where he goes back three decades and brings to life the siachen conflict. The siachen saga describes the events of a dramatic operation in 1990 carried out by the indian airforce and army at the siachen glacier as well as the tough conditions that they have to survive every day. Gokhale, one of south asias leading strategic analysts, is a renowned author, media trainer and founder of a specialised defence related website. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading beyond nj 9842. Great job nitin gokhale, even though i have not read the book. You have reached your limit for free articles this month. The book details the history of operation meghdoot and the fighting. Gokhale, one of asia s best known defence analysts and authors, goes behind the obvious and delves into minds of the siachen soldiers and brings out the fears, triumphs, tragedies and the remarkable feats of human endurance in this fascinating account. Gokhale regales his readers with the exemplary acts of courage and sacrifice executed by the indian army on some of the most desolate and inhospitable terrains on planet earth.
Operation meghdoot was launched by the indian army on the barren and icy heights of the siachen glacier to thwart pakistan from gaining control of this. This is an exceptional piece by nitin gokhale giving a vivid experience of the challenges of siachen glacier by our bravest of brave indian soldiers. Due to its large file size, this book may take longer to download. Extracted with permission from bloomsbury publishing india pvt.
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