Kargil : From Surprise to Victory [Dec 01, 2011] Malik, General V. P.

Kargil: From Surprise to Victory by V.P. Malik offers a first-hand, authoritative account of one of India’s most defining military moments. Written by the Chief of Army Staff during the Kargil conflict, this book takes readers behind the scenes of the crisis, the challenges faced on the ground, and the leadership decisions that shaped the outcome.

Blending history, strategy, and personal reflection, the book is ideal for readers interested in war, nation-building, and real-life leadership under pressure. It provides a clear, compelling view of how India responded to an extraordinary test, and what the journey from surprise to victory demanded from its armed forces and leaders.