Ground 47: Op Vijay, Thar & Siachen with Lt Col Ajaydeep Singh

In the very first episode of Ground 47, we sit down with Lt Col Ajaydeep Singh, a third-generation Indian Army officer and Combat Helicopter Pilot, for an unfiltered conversation on what it truly takes to serve in uniform — from being a part of the Indian Army's highly awarded 101 Regular Course of the Indian Military Academy to training cadets at the Officers Training Academy through a journey of flying combat missions in the Siachen Glacier and Thar Desert, from Operation Vijay and Operation Parakram. In this episode, we talk about: ✅ What Army training really does to your body and mind ✅ Flying helicopters at 20,000 feet in the Himalayas ✅ Life-and-death decision-making during real operations ✅ Kargil, Siachen, and the realities civilians never see ✅ Mentoring young cadets at the Officers Training Academy ✅Busting myths about military life ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 2:44 – Childhood & choosing the Army over Navy/Air Force 3:48 – Training days: selection process & mental vs physical toughness 9:00 – Myths about Army life, busted 10:26 – Becoming a Combat Helicopter Pilot 16:19 – Flying at 20,000 ft in the Himalayas 18:44 – Mid-air emergencies 21:49 – Thar Desert mission 24:28 – Siachen Glacier: 22,000 ft of razor-sharp cold 34:14 – Operation Vijay & Operation Parakram 37:05 – Leadership, decision-making & life-or-death moments 39:25 – Training cadets at Officers Training Academy 42:29 – What civilians misunderstand about the Army 45:22 – A47 & celebrating India's defence forces 48:40 – Rapid fire round 50:39 – Closing thoughts About A47: A47.in is the official merchandise partner celebrating India's proudest achievements and institutions — including ISRO, the Armed Forces, and iconic Indian films. Approved by esteemed organizations and brought to life by an in-house creative team, each A47 collection pays tribute to the history, bravery, and gallantry of the institutions it honors through officially licensed merchandise. About Lt. Col. Ajaydeep Singh - Lt Col Ajaydeep Singh is a third-generation Indian Army officer whose journey was shaped not in comfort, but in conditions where only the toughest endure. Commissioned into the Regiment of Artillery, he went on to earn one of the most demanding distinctions in the armed forces, qualifying as a Combat Helicopter Pilot. 📲 Connect with Lt Col Ajaydeep Singh: YouTube:    / @col.ajaydeepsingh   Instagram :  / iam.ajaydeep   About Adip Mehta: Adip Mehta is a graphic artist and designer with over 15 years of experience, and is the Creative Director at Black White Orange Brands and A47.in. At BWO he has worked with some of the world's top brands, including Game of Thrones, ISRO, and Universal Studios. Specializing in apparel design, giant posters, style guide development, and brand creation, he leads a team of ‘creative rockstars’ and his portfolio at BWO spans an impressive range of projects — from Indian Air Force and Indian Space Research Organisation collaborations to entertainment brands like Netflix's The Archies, Kalki 2898, and the Kolkata Knight Riders. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended solely for informational and entertainment purposes, and the views shared by the guest are his personal opinions and do not reflect those of A47. We do not intend to defame, malign, or harm any person, brand, profession, religion, community, or country mentioned in this video. The media used in this video are solely for representational purposes and belong to their respective owners. Viewers are advised to conduct their own due diligence before forming any opinions based on this content. 📲 Follow us: Instagram:   / a47merch   Facebook:  / a47-merch-100071851628551   Twitter/X: https://x.com/a47merch?s=11 🛍️ Order official A47 merch: Ajaydeep’s Kargil Sweatshirt Operation Vijay: War Terrain Military Green Sweatshirt (https://a47.in/products/a-tribute-to-...) Adip’s ISRO polo: Gaganyaan Polo T-Shirt (https://a47.in/products/gaganyaan-pol...) Explore more Army, Navy & ISRO inspired merchandise at www.a47.in #kargilvijaydiwas #IndianArmy #Ground47 #A47 #CombatPilot #Siachen #Kargil #ArmyAviation #IndianDefenceForces