The VisionIAS Podcast | EP.4 | Brigadier LC Patnaik (Retd.)| VisionIAS

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brigadier LC Patnaik (Retd.) to uncover his extraordinary journey in the Indian Army. From commanding troops in extreme conditions to tackling national security challenges, Brigadier Patnaik shares unfiltered insights into military leadership, counter-insurgency operations, and modern warfare strategies. We also discuss pressing issues like India's border tensions, counter-terrorism efforts, and the evolving role of the armed forces.

What does it take to lead soldiers in extreme conditions and make life-or-death decisions? In this exclusive podcast, Former Brigadier LC Patnaik shares first-hand experiences from the battlefield.

00:00 – Pre-cap
01:12 – Introduction
02:08 – From a Young Officer to Senior Commander
08:45 – Why does the Indian Army have region and Caste Based Regiments?
12:15 – Promotions after Lieutenant Colonel
16:18 – Challenges of Agniveer Scheme
19:05 – Why are Women Primarily Inducted Under the Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian
Army?
26:05 – Conflict of the Siachen Glacier and its Strategic Importance
30:34 – Role in the Kargil War
33:55 – Operational Challenges Faced While Commanding a Brigade along LOC
37:54 – The Surgical Strikes (2016)
41:15 – Lapses That Led To The Pulwama Attacks and Lessons Learnt.
45:10 – Losing Soldiers under The Command
01:02:47 – Changes Post Abrogation of Article 370
01:06:01 – Increasing Militant Attacks in Jammu Sector
01:11:17 – Challenges along LAC and LOC
01:12:17 – Are Reforms Needed In AFSPA?
01:15:01 – Process of Intelligence Gathering
01:18:16 – Defense Attaché- Summoned by Iranian Authorities
01:22:06 – Life Threatening Situation with Taliban Militants
01:26:59 – Difference in Assessment Parameters for Defense Officers and Civil Servants
01:30:31 – Advice for Young Aspirant

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