COOMAR PB

‘Men may come and man may go, but I go on for ever’…. Alfred Tennyson A soldier’s life is not just about the wars he has won or the number of enemies he has killed; it is also about the values that he held important and all that he loved. He is not just his Uniform and weapons; he too is all flesh and blood. This book is an attempt to capture the personality of Major Sudhir Walia, beyond his bravery and other warrior-like qualities. His story is that of perseverance, determination, compassion and bravery, one which could inspire many youngsters, irrespective of whether they would like to be a part of the Armed Forces or not. As Misty Copeland says, ‘Start Unknown, Finish Unforgettable’, Maj Sudhir Walia’s life is the finest example of this. COOMAR is life story of a brave heart who was very close to me. He is now a legend, an inspiration in the army and outside. Sudhir was talented, happy go lucky, and yet very responsible. There was also certain righteousness about him. Jaishree has done deep research and made great efforts to reach out to Sudhir’s family, and his friends all over India over last year and a half. This, I am happy to note, has also made her a fond member of Sudhir’s family and his friends. COOMAR is a very readable book about Sudhir, the legend. Thank you Jaishree! General VP Malik, PVSM, AVSM (Retd) Former Chief of the Indian Army Sudhir was a unique personality, a Man for all Seasons, a 9 SF Warrior and a hero of Mother India. This book covers his entire life, from Childhood to the day he was killed in action. It brings out that even from the humblest of the background can emerge Giant Heroes of such Valour. Hard work by Ms Jaishree Laxmikant will help preserve his memories forever. Col Awadhesh Kumar (Retd) Author and 9 SF Officer