Kargil War: Untold Ground Reality With Lt. Col. Sada S Peter

Experience the real story of the Kargil War through the eyes of Lt. Col. Sada S Peter, an Indian Army officer who fought on the frontline. In this powerful episode, he recounts the moments that defined India’s 1999 Kargil conflict—fear, courage, sacrifice and the unshakeable spirit of our soldiers. From the unexpected call to join the war, battlefield strategies, artillery challenges and the emotional impact of losing comrades, to how soldiers stay motivated despite fear, pressure and exhaustion this conversation brings you as close as possible to the reality of war. Lt. Col. Peter also shares unheard incidents, funny moments amidst chaos, letters written before battle and the impact of the war on families. This episode is a tribute to the bravery of the Indian Army and a reminder of what our soldiers endure to protect the nation. Timestamps: 00:00 – Teaser 02:52 – Introduction 06:52 – Receiving the Kargil War Call 19:44 – Artillery Battery Responsibilities 21:27 – Situation in Kargil During the War 23:24 – Strategic Approach to Combat 25:11 – Theory vs Reality in Warfare 27:25 – Intense Incidents from Kargil 37:18 – How Dangerous the Battleground Was 38:11 – First Thought When Facing Fear 41:58 – Informing Families About Martyrs 43:32 – What Motivated Soldiers to Fight for India 47:57 – Managing Sleep Deprivation in War 48:49 – Handling Extreme Pressure on the Frontline 55:00 – Provocations During Combat 58:39 – Immediate Reactions Under Fire 01:03:04 – Understanding the Pakistani Army 01:04:07 – Light & Funny Moments Amid War 01:05:37 – Writing Letters Before Battle 01:12:02 – Hygiene Struggles on the Frontline 01:20:28 – Memorable Moments from the Kargil War 01:26:16 – Preparing for High-Risk Missions 01:27:46 – Aviation Difficulties in Mountain Warfare 01:32:27 – The Role of Soldier Families 01:36:46 – Why Enemies Should Never Be Underestimated 01:41:31 – Influence of Neighbouring Countries 01:48:58 – Closing Remarks If you want to understand the ground reality of the Kargil War, this podcast is a must-watch. Storm Troopers at Outpost Bhatti: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0DHW1SSM4?r... https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0DHW1SSM4?r... 📲Follow Us on Instagram → @manasverse12 | https://www.instagram.com/manasverse1... 📲Follow Us on X → @reachmanasg | https://x.com/reachmanasg?s=21 📲Follow Us on Threads → @manasverse12 | https://www.threads.com/@manasverse12 Connect with Lt. Col. Sada S Peter:- Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/robins_flig... Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/share/17XUTZ... X- https://x.com/sadapeter1?s=11 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sada-s-pe... If you think you have an inspiring story or wish to share your knowledge, please contact [email protected] #KargilWar #IndianArmy #Kargil1999 #ArmyPodcast #WarStories #KargilHeroes #IndianSoldiers #IndiaDefence #ArmyExperiences #RealWarStories #KargilVijay #IndianMilitary #KargilFrontline #Podcast #PodcastIndia #IndianArmy