The book is very well researched and consequently replete with bits of details of the war that you probably won't find anywhere else. What is more impressive is that the book is an excellent read anyone who likes reading about military history (someone like me) to the casual reader. The book is very well written and is gripping. The only problem with the book is that it is hard to keep it down. The channels of mind are mined and will definitely be rereading the book very soon.

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Unlike the West, we didn't document many defining events that have shaped our Nation's destiny. Hence, we remain unaware of some stupendous feats by our political and military leadership, intelligence agencies and soldiers, all working in flawless synergy. This book, "Operation X: The Untold Story of India's Covert Naval War in East Pakistan", tells the story of one of our finest efforts.

Many war histories or strategic narrations, often replete with military jargon, make dull reading. However, this book, adroitly juxtaposing tactical issues with the overall strategy, makes fascinating, gripping yet easy reading.

The authors have rendered a great service to the Nation by putting together this seminal account and narrating it in a book that one just has to read in one go.

Great Story. Must read account of how Captain Samant achieved an amazing feat.

Sadly, Captain Samant passed away before the book launched. He was warm, affectionate & an incredible human being. May his soul rest in peace.

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Sometimes books like this one tell you how often the mainstream histories miss out on narratives like this one- in the context of the larger picture of the 1971 war, this eminently gripping and readable book serves to give a perspective on an unsung saga of the war- that of naval special forces, of the complex and dynamic nature of covert operations requiring deep interlock between diverse tactical forces, of resource constraints not pulling down such lofty strategic national objectives and of the fact that leadership across rank and file matters. This book is wonderfully written and you come away with deep impressions of a successful story of Navy's role in 1971.

What an amazing account of the clandestine and decisive action by the Indian Navy during the liberation of Bangladesh from the brutal forces of the barbaric Army of West Pakistan, in 1971. Very well written, like a war novel. with minute details and page turning suspense. Kudos to GK Unnithan. Bravo to our great Indian Navy and the most valourous Indian Army. Jai Hind !!!!

The book is exceptionally good. No use of fiction at all and all the stuff written is classified and also explain a lot about the 1971 war in great detail. The details will take you back to 1971 as if you're present there.Just go for it especially if you're Indian Navy Aspirant. It'll motivate you at a different level. Hope you find this helpful. Thank you 😊🙏🏼

Apart from some military terms which are difficult to understand it really very very good story. It makes us understand the strategists overall and also shows that Bangladeshi people are no less than others. They fought bravely.

I recommend this book to everyone who has little interest in defense or in military strategies or understanding the technique of war should read this book. Very Very Good Book.

1971 Bangladesh Liberation War was the defining moment for not only Indian Armed Forces but for Indian Subcontinent as whole. While a lot is written about the role of Indian Army in 1971 war, a little is known about the significance of Indian Navy's role in same war. This book tells the story of covert war waged by Indian Navy which significantly reduced the Pakistan Navy's operational capability in the Bay of Bengal as the secret war crippled and damaged the important vessels and sea routes to East Pakistan (as the region was called then).

The author has brought to light the massive contribution of Indian Navy in training and equipping the Mukti Bahani naval commandos at secret locations to carry out gureilla warfare deep inside East Pakistan to target shipping lanes and associated infrastructure.

Also quite fascinating is the story of two course mates fighting against each other without knowing it.

The Indian Navy redeemed itself and showed its aggressive war fighting capabilities in this war. This war changed the outlook of many people towards the importance of Navy in war and in India's security equation

Hooked to the book from the first page. Brilliantly written and useful historical record of a snippet of the 1971 war to liberate Bangladesh. A must read for history lovers.