DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
JAMMU, May 27
Additional Director General,Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh Directorate, Maj Gen Rajesh Kumar Sachdeva reviewed the training of NCC camp being conducted by 5 J&K Bn NCC as well as released the Book “The Forgotten Face of the Guardians of the Valley: Rashtriya Rifles—Indian Army,” authored by 19 year old Junior Under Officer Haroon Imtiaz at NCC Training Academy, Nagrota. The General officer also complimented and felicitated the young author who has demonstrated this literary prowess at such a young age.
JUO Haroon Imtiaz, hailing from the village of Potha in District Poonch, embodies resilience forged in the crucible of adversity. Born amidst the turmoil of Jammu and Kashmir, he witnessed firsthand the harrowing loss of his infant brother to the merciless hands of militants-a tragedy that ignited within him an unwavering quest for truth. Educated within the nurturing walls of the Army Goodwill School Potha, Cadet Imtiaz stood witness to the divergent paths of inimical forces and the Indian Army, their agendas starkly contrasting.
Driven by an insatiable hunger for truth, Cadet Imtiaz channelled his fervour into literary pursuits, illuminating the narrative of sacrifice, human rights, and the relentless battle against propaganda. His seminal work, “The Forgotten Face of the Guardians of the Valley: Rashtriya Rifles—Indian Army,” unveiled the valorous spirit, unyielding commitment, and unswerving dedication of the Rashtriya Rifles, a bastion of resilience within the Indian Army. This book, now gracing the virtual shelves of Amazon, stands testament to Cadet Imtiaz’s dedication to truth. Recognized by none other than the Corps Commander of the 16 Corps for his sincerity, commitment, and devotion, Cadet Imtiaz is a beacon of hope amidst the shadows of misinformation. With unrelenting resolve, he navigates the labyrinth of propaganda, striving to illuminate the path of truth for his fellow brethren. As he pens his forthcoming works on the Kunan-Poshpora incident and the valour of Havildar Abdul Majid, Kirti Chakra, JUO Imtiaz continues to carve a legacy of courage, enlightenment, and unwavering dedication to his homeland.
