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The Tiger of Drass by Meena Nayyar Himmat Singh Shekhawat (rare books)

The Tiger of Drass by Meena Nayyar Himmat Singh Shekhawat (rare books)

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In May 1999, the Kargil insurgency escalated as infiltrators captured high-altitude posts vacated by Indian soldiers during the winter months. Captain Anuj Nayyar, leading the 17 Jat Regiment, embarked on reconnaissance missions in the Drass sector. On July 7–8, he led a two-night battle to secure a critical peak in the Pimple Complex. Amid intense artillery and mortar fire, his platoon destroyed four enemy bunkers and neutralized numerous infiltrators. During the assault on the fourth bunker, Captain Nayyar was struck by a rocket-propelled grenade, sacrificing his life but saving the lives of fifteen men. His actions were instrumental in India's success in Operation Vijay, leading to his posthumous award of the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second-highest gallantry award .

About the Author

  • Meena Nayyar: A retired librarian from Delhi University, she is a protective mother who had kept her son's memories private for nearly two decades. The pain of losing her son was immense, but collaborating with Himmat Singh Shekhawat allowed her to share his story openly .

  • Himmat Singh Shekhawat: A member of the Rashtriya Riders, a biking group that pays homage to martyrs and their families, he has made it his life's mission to help the families of fallen soldiers and share their stories with the world .

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