Bipin: The Man Behind the Uniform

Good books to read for defence aspirants, person serving in the armed forces or retd. From this book we can learnt a lot about his personality Thank you Rachna bisht rawat mam for writing this wonderful book

I bought this book for my husband and he loved it..

Bipin – The Man Behind the Uniform From Rachana Bisht Rawat, the author of The Brave and Kargil comes yet another profound book on the life of India’s first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). He died in a tragic Mi-17 helicopter crash while on his way to Defence Services Staff College Wellington from Sulur Airforce Station along with his wife Madhulika Rawat and 16 brave officers. The book gives us glimpses and many heart-warming stories of General Rawat’s persona and his outlook from the early days as a Gentleman Cadet to being appointed as the country’s highest ranking military officer. Being affectionately called Bunny by everyone at home, he was born on 16th March 1958 in Dehradun to Lt. General (Retd) Laxman Singh and Mrs. Sushila Rawat. He was a role model for his siblings Colonel (Retd) Vijay Rawat and Kiran. He was once relegated in NDA for failing to do the mandatory pool jump but because of his utmost professional qualities, superseded some of the senior officers to become Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and then CDS. Earlier as Corps Commander he had survived a chopper crash in Dimapur, Nagaland from which he came out unfazed, assuring the pilots not to worry as these things happen. Once he was stopped by a young soldier on guard duty and asked to show his ID card, he simply obliged and later commended him for doing his duty very well. During his elder daughter Kritika’s wedding even as COAS he never used army’s resources instead arranged and paid for everything out of his own pocket. He loved his dogs and often shared his bed with them. He was happiest among his troops and could do the Nepali dance Jhamre effortlessly. He could look deep into a person’s eye and gave a firm handshake. General Rawat had risen like a meteor through the ranks, yet he was a simple man grounded to the roots and very down to earth. He never shied away from taking tough stance once he decided on something, having to the courage to face the accompanied criticism but at the same time cared deeply about the welfare and morale of his troops. He always thought long term with goal to achieve greater good for the country. AS CDS, he had initiated many measures aimed at modernizing and refining the armed forces such as creating a theatre command drawing commanders from all three services so as to streamline coordination and have synchronized operations in future war. He also contributed to the concept of Integrated Battle Group to shorten the decision-making loop in army by reducing the in between links. Indeed, the country has lost a fine soldier who will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. This book is a tribute to General Bipin Rawat and to the men he led from the front.

This book will take you through the life of late Gen. Bipin Rawat, his early life and his tenure in the army. You will also learn how he is as a man. This book will also tell you a little about his friends and family members. This book also mention a little about Mrs. Rawat and 12 other who died in the Mi-17 helicopter crash on 08/12/2021.

The book cover came out to be torn. Packing was fine but sadly the book cover was torn.

Reading this thoughtful and motivational book was a pleasant and motivating journey in itself. The pictures made it even better!

It takes tremendous effort to sketch the entire life loaded with sincerity, determination and discipline. The book contains elaborate discription of times and life of a dignified personality for whom duty was everything. I am inspired to read this book and respect the same most so that I can try to mould myself for better.

The inspiring story of a former NDA cadet who struggled in his early days to the Chief of Defence Staff, who became pioneer in Defence Strategy and Revolutionary thinking in Indian Army. The book pays tribute to one of India's most esteemed and debated Generals, Bipin Rawat. Drawing on extensive interviews with Rawat's friends, family, and fellow soldiers, the book provides an in-depth look at his life and legacy, cementing his place as one of the country's greatest military leaders.