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Telangana Honors War Heroes in New Book ‘Bold and Brave’

HYDERABAD, India – December 6, 2025 – The state of Telangana has released a comprehensive record of its armed forces personnel who have displayed extraordinary courage and valor. “Bold and Brave: Honouring Telangana’s Heroes of Valour, Sacrifice and Pride,” a book compiled by the Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Telangana, was officially launched by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Armed Forces Flag Day.

The book chronicles the stories of over 50 commissioned officers and other ranks from Telangana who served in various wars. The initiative, spearheaded by Col. Ramesh Kumar, Director of Sainik Welfare, aims to celebrate the bravery of these individuals and inspire future generations to consider a life of service.

The publication details the lives of decorated soldiers, including Lt. Col G. Krishna Iyengar (Ashok Chakra), Major General C. Venugopal, Air Vice Marshal C.V. Parkar, and Major Padmapani Acharya (all Maha Vir Chakra recipients). It also acknowledges the sacrifices and contributions of 18 Vir Chakra, five Kirti Chakra, and 18 Shaurya Chakra awardees.

Col. Kumar meticulously researched the stories, combing through official records, contacting veterans and their families, and verifying accounts. The book not only details their battlefield heroics but also sheds light on their family backgrounds, motivations for joining the armed forces, and lives after service. Stories such as that of Army Havildar A. Somaiah, who saved dozens of passengers from a train accident in 1954, and Major Md. Ahmed Zaki, who fought bravely in the 1965 Indo-Pak War, are also highlighted.

The launch of “Bold and Brave” has been met with positive responses from veterans and their families. Aparajita Acharya, daughter of Major Padmapani Acharya, expressed that the book keeps her father’s memory alive. Lt. General K. Surendra Nath, former Army Commander, lauded the book as a “poignant tribute to Telangana’s valiant heroes.”

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