No copies 'published, distributed or sold to public’: Naravane amid row over memoir

General Manoj Mukund Naravane, the former Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army, has addressed concerns regarding his upcoming memoir, stating that no copies of the book have been 'published, distributed, or sold to the public' prior to its scheduled release in January 2024. The remarks come in the wake of a controversy sparked by an excerpt from the memoir that was shared by the Press Trust of India in December 2023. Naravane emphasized that the leaked content was not an official publication and reiterated his commitment to the integrity of the book. Given his prominent role in the Indian military, the memoir is highly anticipated and expected to provide insights into his tenure and the evolving dynamics of India's defense strategies. The debate surrounding the excerpt has raised questions about the appropriateness of releasing such material before the official launch, highlighting the sensitive nature of military narratives in the public domain. As the release date approaches, attention will focus on the memoir and its implications for military transparency and historical documentation in India.