Ep:426 | Maoist Insurgency & Army Strategy: A Major General’s Frontline Perspective |SANTOSH DHAKAL

Step into the world of military strategy and global geopolitics with this exclusive podcast episode featuring a Major General’s firsthand perspective on the Maoist insurgency. Gain unique insights into how the army confronted the Maoist threat, the operational art and narrative building of Maoist forces, and the mass mobilization tactics that shaped the conflict. Explore the psychological challenges faced by soldiers, the importance of situational awareness, and the escalation of violence on the ground. Hear gripping stories about the Major General’s baptism of fire, the hardships endured by troops, and the critical decisions made during intense firefights. This episode also delves into the complexities of commanding troops, the flexibility required in warfare, and the sharpening of military units under pressure. We analyze India’s Pahalgam attack and discuss advancements in modern warfare tactics. Moving beyond the battlefield, the conversation shifts to the broader geopolitical interests in South Asia, providing expert analysis on the Russia-Ukraine war and its global context. Unpack the intricate dynamics of Middle East conflicts, Russia-West relations, and the shifting balance of power in 2025. The podcast concludes with thought-provoking discussions on the JFK assassination, Trump’s influence, Israel, and the mysterious “Monarch.” Whether you’re interested in military history, army psychology, or current geopolitical events, this episode offers a comprehensive, expert-driven exploration of today’s most critical issues Get Connected With Santosh Dhakal: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/197fRS... Timestamps 0:00 Maoist insurgency from a major general’s eyes 12:10 Narrative Building and Operational art of Maoists 15:45 Mass mobilization in conflicts 19:17 His observation after Army’s mobilization 30:44 Situational awareness of a soldier 35:38 Early experiences and Army’s psychology 40:18 How did conflict escalate 46:58 Collateral damage 55:35 Sharpening your own troops as commander 56:30 Hardships faced 58:08 Baptism of fire and firefights 1:01:09 Flexibility given by commanders in war 1:13:17 India, Pahalgam attack and advancements in warfare 1:30:00 Geopolitical interests in our region 1:34:36 Discussing Russia Ukraine war geopolitical context 1:52:40 Middle East, Russia and the West 1:56:35 JFK Assassination, Trump and Israel 2:04:26 Discussion about “The Monarch” Recommend us Guests for the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... For Business Enquiries: [email protected] PODCAST LINKS : Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rnayy7... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/np/podcast... Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Instagram:   / sushantpradhanpodcast   SPONSOR : The Physique Workshop: http://thephysiqueworkshop.com Conversations spark ideas and ideas lead to actions that drive the growth of society. I believe long and unfiltered deep conversation is a lost art in this nearly perfectly presented world. And this is my attempt to have real conversations with real minds and present them to you. The goal is to learn from the greatest minds and take you on the journey. Do subscribe if you feel this would add value to your life. MY SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS : My Website: http://sushantpradhan.com Instagram:   / sushant_pradhan_   Twitter :   / sushant_tpw   Facebook:   / sushantpradhantpw   Tiktok :   / sushant_pradhan_   DISCLAIMER: The views, information, or opinions expressed in the YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the host and guests can change at any time. !! Reproduction of this video or content is strictly prohibited. If done, it may lead to legal action !! TEAM MEMBERS: HOST: Sushant Pradhan PRODUCER: Pranay Bikram Shah EDITOR: Swahel Subedi SHORTS EDITOR: Arjun Tiruwa SOCIAL MEDIA: Luniba Innovations