Making Of a General: A Himalayan Echo - Hardcover

Lt Gen Konsam Himalay Singh

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8194201888 ISBN 13: 9788194201885

Publisher: Konark Publishers Pvt Ltd, 2021

Synopsis

"Making of a General' is the memoir of Lt Gen (Dr) Konsam Himalay Singh who has traced his journey from a small village in Manipur to becoming the first person from North East India to hold the rank of a Three Star General of the Indian Army. The fascinating ways that the author has captured the history and beauty of Manipur makes it an engaging read. The recollection of the Kargil War and the important role that the author had played in it are stark reminders of the sacrifices that the army personnel make to keep the nation's borders safe. The book also throws light on many of the challenges that the commanding officers face while carrying out their duties. "

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About the Author

Lt Gen. (Dr) Konsam Himalay Singh (Retd) PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, was commissioned in the Rajput Regiment in June 1978. He commanded his unit in Turtuk Sector and Siachen Glacier during the 1999 Kargil War and was awarded the Yudh Seva Medal for his role in the conflict. After serving nearly 40 years in the Indian Army, he went back to his home state Manipur to serve the people. He was the Chairman of the Manipur Public Service Commission and is presently an Advisor and a Visiting Scholar in the Central University of Manipur in the Dept of National Security Studies.

Edition details

• Publisher: Konark Publishers Pvt Ltd
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8194201888
• ISBN 13: 9788194201885
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 248