D K KhannaBrig DK Khanna is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla. He was commissioned in the 2nd Battalion of the Kumaon Regiment (Berar) and commanded 19 Kumaon (Unnis). During his tenure at Misamari, Assam, the unit was actively involved i Internal Security (IS) duties and also successfully scaled the highest peak in the East, Gorichen. The unit under him moved to Khrew, J&K, and from there was tasked to move to the Glacier in Mar 1984. The officer has undergone Staff Course at DSSC, Higher Command at MHOW and NDC at New Delhi. The officer has held various prestigious Command, Instructional and staff appointments, including being a DS at the War College and the Staff College. He commanded an infantry brigade on the Line of Control in J&K. For his meritorious service the officer was awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2001. He is presently settled in Gurgaon and this is his first book. Read More Read Less