‘Saanp khaya, goli khayi…’ — Col Kaushal Kashyap’s journey is filled with stories of courage, survival and some of the most dangerous military operations.
A former Black Cat Commando, NSG and Para SF officer Col Kaushal Kashyap joins Guest in the Newsroom for an intense and candid conversation about his experiences in Manipur, counter-insurgency operations, militant encounters, plane hijacking situations, surgical strike operations and working in some of India’s most challenging security environments.
In this wide-ranging conversation, he talks about what it really means to operate behind enemy lines, survive in hostile jungles and face militants at close range. He also shares insights into the mindset and training of Black Cat Commandos, the realities of high-risk operations, India’s security challenges, China and his views on the Agniveer scheme.
From life-threatening missions to lessons learned in the field, Col Kaushal Kashyap reveals stories and experiences that offer a rare glimpse into the life of an elite commando.
Watch the full episode of Guest in the Newsroom for an unfiltered conversation on military operations, counter-terrorism, courage, survival and India’s national security.
0:00 – Highlights of Col Kaushal Kashyap GITN
3:43 – Introduction by Kuldeep Mishra
7:09 – Book Philosophy: “Only Fools Fight Fair”
9:48 – Combat Strategy: The Dog vs. Shark Analogy
12:18 – Deceiving the Enemy: The “Lady Pilot” Disguise Story
15:36 – Early Career: Regimental Spirit of the 3 Jat Battalion
21:11 – Balidan Badge: How and When it is Earned
22:10 – Different Special Forces: Para SF, Garud, and MARCOS
27:34 – Inside the 2015 Myanmar Cross-Border Raid Execution
31:52 – Closing in on a Camp: Night Operations and Stealth
36:53 – Shaurya Chakra Story: Operating Barefoot in the Jungle
47:57 – Weapons, Gear, and Camouflage Tactics
53:08 – Probation Daily Routine: Training for Technical Skills
57:43 – Survival Training: POW Drills and Eating Insects
1:01:00 – Comparing 9 Para SF vs. 21 Para SF
1:03:44 – The “Liberated Zones” of Manipur
1:07:32 – Handling Battlefield Tragedy: The Impact of IED Blasts
1:15:44 – Resilience: Recovering from a Combat Knee Injury
1:21:46 – The “Buddy” Snake and Tobacco Incident
1:25:32 – Legends of the 21 Para SF
1:36:03 – Anti-Hijacking Case Studies: Egyptian and French Missions
1:44:30 – IC-814 and the Evolution of Flight Deterrence
2:04:26 – Facing a Militant Commander: A Tense Meeting
2:09:13 – Parachuting Science: Free Fall vs. Static Line
2:17:08 – Modern Warfare: Technology vs. the Soldier’s Heart
2:35:01 – Audience Q&A: Post-26/11 Changes in NSG
2:37:47 – About Agnveer Yojna
2:40:27 – Current Manipur Crisis
2:45:09 – Serving in UN Peacekeeping: The Congo Experience
2:52:02 – Has China intruded into Arunachal Pradesh?
2:53:58 – NDA Memories: Funny and Harsh Rules of Cadet Life
2:57:14 – Closing Remarks and Independence Day Message
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