GUTS AND GLORY
India Today|January 02, 2023
Two months after Independence, the Indian military was engaged in the first of the many wars and conflicts it would fight to safeguard the country's national security. I have looked at battles that were won and contributed significantly to influencing the post-war geostrategic landscape and the shaping of India's frontiers.
By LT GEN. DEEPENDRA SINGH HOODA RETD)
GUTS AND GLORY

The emphasis on India's frontiers is essential, as most of the wars have been a result of disputed borders. Some notable omissions could strike readers. The 1962 war was not considered because the focus was on battles that India won. The Haji Pir battle of the 1965 war was a strong contender, but missed out as the territory gained was returned after the war.

Battle of Shalateng (1947-48 war) 

On October 22, 1947, Pashtun tribal militia crossed the boundary of capturing the Srinagar airfield, which was vital for the build-up of Indian troops. On November 7, the princely state of Jammu and the Indian Army mounted its first.

Kashmir and advanced rapidly offensive at Shalateng, about 15 along the Jhelum valley. Unable to km west of Srinagar. In a classic stop the raiders, Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession, and the first unit of the Indian Army was airlifted to Srinagar on October 27. The gallant efforts of Lieutenant Colonel Ranjit Rai of 1 Sikh and Major Somnath Sharma of 4 Kumaon helped prevent the raiders from enveloping attack with infantry and armoured cars, supported by effective strafing by the Indian Air Force, the raiders were completely routed. They fled, with the Indian Army in pursuit. Within a week, areas up to Uri had been recaptured. The Kashmir valley was firmly in India's control.

Defence of Poonch V

(1947-48 war)

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