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Ved Prakash Malik

b. 1939

Former chief of the Indian Army

Military officer Writer
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About Ved Prakash Malik

Born 1939. Ved Prakash Malik is an Indian military officer and writer.

General Ved Prakash Malik PVSM, AVSM (born 1 November 1939) served as the 18th Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army from 30 September 1997 to 30 September 2000. He was the Army Chief during the Kargil War.

Honours and decorations

Dates of rank

Advisor Currently, he is a member of the Board of Advisors of India's International Movement to Unite Nations (I.I.M.U.N.).

Publications

Kargil: From Surprise to Victory. HarperCollins. 2010. Operation Cactus: Drama in the Maldives. HarperCollins. 2013.

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Important facts

Born
1 November 1939, Dera Ismail Khan
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Military officer, writer
Nationality
India, British Raj, Dominion of India
Education
National Defence College, India, Defence Services Staff College, University of Madras
Positions held
Chief of the Army Staff, Vice Chief of Army Staff, Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee
Awards
Ati Vishisht Seva Medal; Param Vishisht Seva Medal
Also known as
General V P Malik, General Ved Prakash Malik

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ved Prakash Malik?

former chief of the Indian Army

When was Ved Prakash Malik born?

Ved Prakash Malik was born on 1 November 1939 in Dera Ismail Khan.

What is Ved Prakash Malik's occupation?

Ved Prakash Malik is a military officer and writer.

What nationality is Ved Prakash Malik?

Ved Prakash Malik is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ved Prakash Malik

· Wikidata: Q7917880

· DBpedia: Ved Prakash Malik

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