Overview

Triggered by the US-backed Pakistani junta's brutal measures against the Bengalis Sheikh Mujibur Rahman proclaimed the independence of East Pakistan on 26 March 1971. They needed the world's support and was their first ally. The Border Security Force (BSF) an elite Indian force was only five years old at the time and became central to India's sustained military response in East Pakistan for nine months until the alliance of Indian and Bangladeshi forces won Dacca. The BSF's founding chief K.F. Rustamji and his men went beyond their charter of policing borders to respond to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises that was unfolding right next door to India.

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"Ushinor Majumdar's book captures India's ""secret war"" in graphic detail. There are interesting stories of valour and heroism of the BSF officers in what was a very challenging situation. It shows how a fledgling force can produce remarkable results under good leadership and with full political support. The book is a valuable addition to the literature on the subject. -- Prakash Singh, former director general, BSF"

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Ushinor Majumdar is an award-winning investigative reporter and author. He has worked for publications such as Outlook, Tehelka, Confluence Media and Hindustan Times. As a freelancer, his reports have appeared in the Mumbai Mirror, OCCRP and the Caravan, and he has also consulted with the BBC.

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