Buzz By The Bay: Lt General Shailesh Tinaikar On Wars, Peacekeeping And Challenges Faced By Modern Militaries
In this powerful episode of Buzz by the Bay, Anushka Jagtiani is joined by Lieutenant General Shailesh Tinaikar, an Indian Army veteran whose remarkable career has taken him from the battlefields of Jaffna, Kashmir and Kargil to serving as a UN Force Commander in South Sudan. A Special Forces veteran, Lt General Tinaikar shares first-hand insights into Operation Pawan, counter-terrorism…
In this episode of Buzz by the Bay, Anushka Jagtiani interviews Lieutenant General Shailesh Tinaikar, a retired Indian Army officer. General Tinaikar has extensive experience, having served in various conflicts, including Jaffna, Kashmir, Kargil, and UN peacekeeping missions in South Sudan. He discusses the challenges faced by modern militaries, particularly in border defense, counter-terrorism, counter-insurgency, and peacekeeping missions.
General Tinaikar emphasizes that peacekeeping missions are primarily diplomatic in nature, aiming to implement peace agreements and protect civilians while minimizing force usage. He also addresses the UN's relevance in today's conflicts, asserting that while the organization may not stop conflicts, it does provide crucial humanitarian support.
General Tinaikar shares his personal journey, including his decision to join the Indian Armed Forces, his service in multiple operations, and the emotional toll of witnessing the consequences of war. Despite the challenges, he remains committed to the military due to his sense of duty and the support it provides to its personnel.
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