MAKING OF A GENERAL A HIMALAYAN ECHO

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. 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. Replete with sage wisdom and tales of grit, I am confident the work would inspire coming generations of our army leaders…?Ajit Doval, KC, National Security Adviser A most inspirational work by one of India’s accomplished Generals who went on to become the first Lieutenant General from North East India. The book will stand as a veritable memento to a soldier’s sense of dedication for his nation. ?Gen. (Dr) V.K. Singh, Minister of State and former Chief of Army Staff