Bharat Ke Veer - India’s Defence Forces

A Pakistani Officer who helped India in the 1971 War. Lt Colonel Quazi Sajjad Ali Zahir was in the Pakistani Army since 1969, but in 1971 upon hearing of atrocities committed by the Pakistan Army in East Pakistan, he fled the country and reached India. Listen closely as he shares the details of the war and his life. Colonel Harshvardhan Sharma, Mahar Regiment, in conversation with Padma Shree Awardee Lt Col Quazi Sajjad Ali Zahir (Retd.). Catch the episode only on the Red FM Podcast Network.

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Gen Bipin Rawat, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, ADC, the first Chief of Defence Staff and Permanent Chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) has passed away in a tragic helicopter crash. His untimely demise is a great loss not only for the Armed Forces but for the entire country. In this episode, Host of the show Retired Colonel Harshvardhan Sharma, Mahar Regiment, spoke to some of General Bipin Rawat's close acquaintance. The guests for the show includes - Lt Gen Rakesh Sharma, Ex Adjutant General, General PS Rajeshwar, Army Cdr (R), Rear Adm Sandeep Beecha, AVM BK Sood, Maj DP Singh, Col Dr JP Singh. Listen to this special episode of Bharat Ke Veer podcast only on the Red FM Podcast Network.

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In a fierce combat operation, Major Rakesh Sharma gunned down four terrorists in Kashmir while displaying courage of the highest order. Listen to this episode of Bharat Ke Veer as Colonel Harsh Vardhan Sharma talks to Major Rakesh Sharma about his tales of valliance and thrill in the army.

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Naik Deepak Singh laid down his life in the service of his nation. He saved the life of 30 soldiers before he succumbed to his injuries. He was awarded the Vir Chakra for his bravery and the country is proud of his sacrifice. In this episode Colonel (Retd.) HV Sharma, Mahar Regiment, is in conversation with Veer Nari Rekha Singh, wife of Shaheed Naik Deepak Singh. The story of Rekha Singh will surely fill your eyes with tears and your chest with pride. Listen to this episode of Bharat Ke Veer only on the Red FM Podcast Network.

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1100 Indian Soldiers were killed during Operation Pawan in which Indian Peacekeeping Forces were sent to Sri Lanka in 1987. Major PS Ganapathi of the 8th battalion of the MAHAR Regiment was also deployed on this mission. He was executing an operation that was supposed to last twelve hours but continued relentlessly for seventy-two hours. For three days, Major Ganapathi and his team were fighting against heavy firing by the LTTE. 11 members of his team were killed during these three days. Colonel Ganapathi narrates shocking incidents and makes one wonder why Operation Pawan is not talked about like we talk about Kargil. His words spark a newfound respect for freedom and for the Veer who sacrifice themselves to protect the innocent. 

Credits

Narration: Tuhinanshu Chaturvedi

Host: Col (Retd.) H V Sharma

Sound Design: Anil Chauhan

Script & Creative Direction: Dhruv Lau

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Celebrating the spirit of Independence, 75 glorious years of India, Bharat Ke Veer brings to you a special episode. This episode also features one of India's Kargil Warrior - Colonel Gautam Khot, Vir Chakra. Listen to this amazing episode and feel proud to be Indian and never forget our Independence depends heavily on the soldiers at the border.

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There was peace in the valley, and between India and Pakistan. But then a war broke out. Indian Army never expected the Pakistani Army to steep down so low. Regular Soldiers of the Pakistani Army entered the Indian Terrain disguised as terrorists and established their bunkers on top of the mountain peaks. Indian Army fought back. There were heavy casualties on the Indian side, but for the Veer of the Indian Armed Forces, the mission comes first and always. In this episode Colonel HV Sharma talks to Major General GD Bakshi about the story of Kargil and how the bravehearts of India laid down their lives to protect their country and countrymen.

Credits

Narration: Tuhinanshu Chaturvedi

Host: Col (Retd.) H V Sharma

Sound Design: Anil Chauhan

Script & Creative Direction: Dhruv Lau

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17 bullets entered his body, not one wounded his spirit to fight. On July 4, 1999, the regiment -18 Grenadiers was tasked to capture Tiger Hill. 19-year-old Bulandshahar boy - Yogender Singh Yadav accomplished the mission and survived an enemy attack to become the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest military decoration. Listen to the story from the man himself. Celebrating the spirit of Kargil Vijay Diwas, listen to Bharat Ke Veer: India’s Defence Forces Podcast on the Red FM Podcast Podcast Network

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In 1971, India was fighting a war with Pakistan on the Eastern side. Liberation of Bangladesh was the prime motive. However, India's neighbour Pakistan planned on attacking India from the West. Puunch village in Jammu and Kashmir was of supreme importance from the Army's strategic point of view. But the approach to reach Puunch was through Balnoi. The attack on the Indian Army was planned for the night. Amidst freezing cold waves of December, the Indian Army battled with Pakistan. Brigadier JK Tomar, along with his men, crushed the dreams of the Pakistani Army. He was awarded Vir Chakra by the then President of India - V.V. Giri. Listen to the complete story as Show Host Colonel (Retd.) HV Sharma, Mahar Regiment talks to Veer Brigadier JK Tomar about his life and the Battle of Balnoi in 1971.

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In 1971, India won the war and Pakistan surrendered. However, one mission was still incomplete. Bangladesh's to be Prime Minister Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's family was being held captive by Pakistani soldiers.  Major Ashok Tara was given the responsibility to make sure that Rahman's family was safe. During a daring rescue from the clutches of the Pakistani Army, Tara saved the life of Sheikh Hasina and her newborn child. he was awarded Cir Chakra for his bravery during the Gangasagar operation in 1971. Colonel Tara got recognition for saving the life of a future Prime Minister in 2012 when Dhaka announced it was conferring the 'Friend of Bangladesh' Award to him. Listen to the story of Veer Colonel Ashok Tara only on Bharat Ke Veer: India's Defence Forces Podcast. 

Host: Colonel (Retd.) HV Sharma, Mahar Regiment

Narrator: Tuhinanshu Chaturvedi

Scripted by: Dhruv Lau

Production Design: Aayush Mehra

Creative Director: Dhruv Lau

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