My Time as a PoW in Pakistan-a story of courage, pain, pride and hope | Capt. GR CHOUDHARY | TEDxRTU
A story about a prisoner of war featuring abuse and torture. Capt G.R.Choudhary (the then 2/Lt) of 3/9 Gorkha Rifles was at the forefront of action on the outskirts of Shakargarh in Pakistan (on 14/15 December 1971 ) when he was wounded and taken prisoner. As a PoW he spent close to a year in Pakistani jails enduring pain and torture. During captivity he encountered various Pakistani soldiers and officers who appeared to be seriously misinformed about Indians and India, and displayed undisguised animosity towards them.
On the bright side there were also some heartwarming experiences all of which left a lasting impression and became a huge learning experience.
Capt GR Choudhary is a valiant soldier who joined the Indian Navy at an early age and went on to be commissioned in the Indian Army in 1971. He was the leading Platoon Commander in the forefront of the night attack on village Chatarana deep inside Pakistan. Wounded in action he was taken prisoner. During the year long period as a Prisoner of War, he battled immense pain and torture. After release, he rejoined his regiment whereupon he was posted in Mizoram when insurgency was at its peak in that state. He excelled in pursuit and capture of insurgents and misguided elements.
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I see my father as i see you. Who died in 2015. He served in AEC
@abhisheknoba
6 жыл бұрын
mohan anand janotra I am sorry to hear the same Mohan. May god rest the brave soul in peace !!
@adi662
6 жыл бұрын
Proud for your father mate, I am indebted to persons like him. RIP
@punjabiveer1256
6 жыл бұрын
Rip
@PriyankaSharma-up1zy
6 жыл бұрын
mohan anand janotra salute to ur father all the soldiers who sacrifice their lives and salute to the families of army personnels 🇹🇯JAI HIND
@MukeshNafria
6 жыл бұрын
We are safe because of the immense sacrifices like your father gave. RIP.
Captain Choudhury Sir, I salute to you & your courage, and to your mother, father and the family. I was 23 during that war and vividly remember the stories of our war heros who showed exemplary discipline, bravery and courage under the leadership of Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw.
Salaam from an ordinary Pakistani Sir! You inspire me. Lots of Love! My dad was an army officer and he had fought in 1971 war. He's dead now but he used to tell me about the war. It hurts me to hear your tale.
it is shockig that none of our war heroics are written or taught in textbooks it must be included everyone of this country must kno the sacrifices
@shivamdobriyal
5 жыл бұрын
Tejas Mohite because we study what communists wanted us to study
@anitapandey495
4 жыл бұрын
As it can grow a feeling of proud for our own nation which I am afraid to say some don't want to happen
@khanshahorakzai1878
4 жыл бұрын
Im Also Spy. Me B India Me 8 Saal Raha Hu Or 10 Barahman Auraton Ko Preg Kiya Hai
We sleep because you stay awake We live because you die. We thrive because you sacrifice God bless you valiant heroes who keep our flag flying always, Jai Hind.
Great Sir, Though I am 71 years, I am overwhelmed. From your experiences, I think the younger generation will learn a lot on national pride, devotion to duty towards motherland and nation building. Salute the forces. Jai Hind
dear sir we the whole nation salute you for the sufferings you have gone through and we request to the Govt. that all the fighter like you should be awarded all you deserve for.
Thank you for your service Capt Chaudhary..
@philomenapeterson1790
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. God bless you. No words can describe what you endured
sir, my grandfather also fought in the '71 war and my father served in the Indian Air force. I thank you for your service and I salute you.
@vikky884
4 жыл бұрын
Sir we love you a lot real brave heart
that an true indian salute to you
India is proud of you Sir, Jai Hind 🇮🇳🙏🏻
No amount of thanks will ever be enough for men like you, sir. The least we can do is to be citizens worth fighting for. Immense gratitude sir. The nation shall always remember your service.
@gowrishankerv9860
2 жыл бұрын
Manisha:” the least we can do is to be citizens worth fighting for “. Absolutely right. We have to be worthy of the gallant men who not only risk death defending us,but like Chaudry expose themselves fearlessly to the risk of capture and brutal torture.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice for the country...You're a real tiger. Jai Hind....
Hello sir I have to join NDA in January and this dream will complete in January and my second dream of life will be just to meet you 🇮🇳🙏🇮🇳🙏
Handing over captured Pak territory and not negotiating PoK without conditions was a blunder in Shimla. Gilgit Baltistan should have been exchanged for 90000 POWs; the 3000 out of them who were war criminals in Bangladesh should have been tried in a Nuremberg style court and executed. We should have known how to convert a military victory into a total one like the USSR did in Potsdam in 1945.
@inderrsharma7564
6 жыл бұрын
Our weakest point is our generosity. I totally agree with you. Political will power and diplomacy could have been utilized in a much better way so as to correct the mistake committed by Nehru in UN admitting about referrandum in Kashmir
@MuhammadAwais-yr9jx
6 жыл бұрын
There were only 32000 troops, other 58000 were civilians or people working in army service.Otherwise indian army ki itni himmat na hoti
@kunalnagwanshi8752
6 жыл бұрын
Muhammad Awais dude.. why you lying.. they all are pak army.. 91000.. and well trained
@ManishKumar-qf4zb
5 жыл бұрын
All Credit goes to CUNNING Congress
@sourabhyadav9493
5 жыл бұрын
Many new protocol came into existence related to ethics of wars and pows after 1945....so Nuremberg style trial wasnt exactly possible
Thanks sir for sharing such a great experience 👌👌👌👌👌👌, The dedication of India Army and Patriotism can't be Expressed in words, the army pride of our Nation
This is the best speech on ted i have seen on patriotism. And respect for Indian Armed forces and to Capt. Chaudhary
Tears are rolling on my cheeks without my consent. when Abhinandan was captured I am literally crying, did not eat food for two days. It is true Indians are patriots many sacrificed for Country, unsung heroes are many. Sir, I bow my head before you. My beautiful Country India🇮🇳.
You are a gem of a person. We're safe bcoz of ppl like you.Jai Hind!!
चौधरी साहब आप देश का गौरव हैं, आपके जज़्बे को सलाम
Thats why Indian army is the best army in the world. Their ethics is unmatched and the respect is far high. The Officers like you makes the country proud and also sets a benchmark of inspiration for the youngsters like us. Jai hind 🙇
Sir you don't need to ask pardon.. Pardon us sir that we have not chosen such govt till now.. that this pakistan and kashmir issue is not solved till.. You are a living legend sir....... Deep Respect...
@buddytaha6948
4 жыл бұрын
He is just lying to victimize himself
@buddytaha6948
4 жыл бұрын
@RAJAT BANSAL don't use such language, I was not abusing so why r u abusing
@amitdwivedi9951
4 жыл бұрын
Bro..saw your comment..I can feel your happiness on kashmir being free and completely indian now..jai hind
@mohitdaheriya8712
4 жыл бұрын
@@amitdwivedi9951 unfortunately no, Kashmir was always Indian,there is not an iota of doubt in it,and regarding that 370 Scrap, great it scrapped,but in manner it scrapped was unconstitutional and it scrapping still not stopped even 2% of militancy or terrorist activities there and the whole j&k citizens are in lock down from past 1 year with 2g internet,with such kind of dacronian step,they have not stopped terrorism and also common citizen there are suffering even.
@abdulgaffarchowdhury5255
Жыл бұрын
@@mohitdaheriya8712 lol Muslim Kashmir is always Pakistan
Dear sir we all indian are living safely freely because of you and all army personnel
Salute to the people like Capt G.R.Choudhary of Indian Army, they represent the best of us i feel, courage, commitment, and honesty!
चौधरी साहब आप देश का गौरव हैं, आपके जज़्बे को सलाम 👏🙏
I'm so sorry for your ordeal and the torment your family had to go through and i thank you for your service to India. Jai Hind.
I salute Indian Army, and you also SIR. Wonderful Human being. What an upbringing, parvarish you received Sir. Dil chaahtaa hai ki ek baar aapke Parents ke Darshan Karoon.
Great tale of courage Sir, God bless all the remaining Indian POWs to come back and join their respective families.
Capt Chaudhary Sir Aapko hamara pyar bhara aur respectful salaam. Jai Bharat 🇮🇳
Thank you for telling your experience
Sir watching you in tears brings tears in our eyes, we feel your pain sir. I wish I could undo all the suffering you and your family has gone through. We are indebted to you for your selfless act of service and we salute you for your exemplary courage. Sir you are a real hero and you live in our hearts. Jai Hind 🇮🇳
Salute you Sir! The Patriotism and dedication of Army towards nation always inspire us. Jai Hind Sir!
Captain saab , pardon us , these are tears of a very very very brave soul. This land is safe because of aapka bravery.
Respect sir ! You are a true hero.
thank you sir for sharing your experience and story....
courage under fire and still standing strong=that's him right there 👍👍👍respect sir
मैं नमन करता हूं ऐसे वीरों को जो अपने देश के लिए अपने प्राणों की भी परवाह नहीं करते 🙏🙏🇮🇳🇮🇳
Thank you sir, for your valuable service towards india, and salute to your sacrifice and bravery. BHARAT MATA KI JAI, JAI HIND, JAI BHARAT
Sir I salute & i have no words to express....
Great to know about Capt GR Chaudhary. Salute.. respect.. I wish our text book's should have taught about our war hero's
Thank you for your service Sir...Huge huge respect
Bravo sir bravo. God bless you sir.
Great Respect 🙂 Sir !! Aapke balidan ke wajah se hum zinda he aur chain ki saans lete hai....
Salute to you Sir. Jai Hind
thank you for your service .. respect
No one can meet the standards & sacrifices that are made by our Armed Forces... Salute you sir... JAI HIND
Hats off sir to ur passion and patriotism fr our country.jai hind
one of the best speeches heard till now on Tedx...thank you Chaudhary sir for serving Our nation 'India'.Salute & Respect .Jai Jawan.Jai Hind ki Sena.🇮🇳
Entire india, each citizen must stand together and even ready to die to bring back our single soldier arrested in enemy's country, who have risked their lives for country
Proud that you belong to India... Respect for your service
SIR, i was about 6 years of my age ,or i was in 1st std when you people in armed forces gave us this day , this country remembers you all with great respect always,may god bless you with good health. soldiers never die-they just fade away..JAI HIND SIR
From the bottom of my heart I salute you Sir. Really touching and I wish we have the gems of old leaders once again.
You make me proud of our defence forces! With people like you my faith in humanity will remain intact! Your courage and resilience is enviable! Jai jawan! Jai kisan!
Salute to you sir, a soldier should never become emotionally weak, you stood firm and went through the worst, really great narration.
So proud of you sir. You inspire me so much! I promise to do something for my country ❤️
Great sir SACRIFICE...........kya hota h y koi army s shikhe ....I LOVE MY INDIA and LOVE MY ARMY....Khas vo din aye jb m army m hu plz people ...wishes for me .....💕💕💕👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✌✌✌✌✌✌✌
@avtarajimal
6 жыл бұрын
Lokesh arya ....gud luck Bhai, I wish you get in the army
@MohammadModasir
6 жыл бұрын
lokesh arya main dya krta hn k tum RAW k agent bno aur tum Pakistan m ao aur yahan ki mehman nawazi k mazay lo aur tum tumhn pata chaly ga k tu kitna patriot ho kasam sy jb wapas family m jao gy to tab apni 7 naslon ko lesson sikhao gy kbhi patriot nh bnna
@MohammadModasir
6 жыл бұрын
lokesh arya ye apna experience nh bta RHA balk tum logon ko naseehat bta RHA hai k waha kia kia karty hain ta k tum log who kaam mat kro Jo m ne kia tha per tum log to kuch aur samanjh rhy ho so btanen ki koshish kr RHA k kitni thokai hoti hai
@mecss8910
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Mohammad Modasir00500.... Ind army has won against Pak every time..... If you don't believe it...there is country named BANGLADESH....which was formed after defeating Pak.... If feasible, please request your Madarsa admin to include HISTORY as an additional subject in your curriculum.....apart from your default subjects of loading AK-47 and configuring bombs.....
@RaVeR1988
6 жыл бұрын
me css hahaha..gr8 reply..ye saale madarssa chhaap kahan samjhenge inn baaton ko..
Thank you so much for protecting us. Sad to hear about your experience as POW.
Nothing can repay your tremendous sacrifice, Sir.
Excellent you deserve an up right Salute Sir!
@anilathale7581
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, GR as we used to call you......................I and my wife will be in Jodhpur on 6 and 7 Dec.............can we meet? Col Anil Athale
Thank you for your great service. You are our hero. Jai Hind
Bravo!!! Truly inspirational life story sir. Thanks a lot Sir.
Proud of our mighty Indian army we are the best Proud of you sir, your valor and courage makes us safe and gives us freedom
So sorry for what happened with you Sir Thank you for your service fir the country sir 🙏🏼🇮🇳🙏🏼 But further I’m also sorry to tell you Sir the people of India donot deserve the sacrifice of solders service Yes ofcourse India is great and but more than the enemies outside our borders there are people and politicians and govt who takes peoples lives Jai Hind Vande Mataram 🙏🏼🇮🇳🙏🏼
Awesome speech sir
We are highly inspired Sir. Ja Hind.
That's a great story... We salute you for your contribution for the nation.... Jai hind sir.
You are so extraordinary. I bow you with folded hands. So proud of you. You are the most dignified most respected 🙏🏼
Salute to you Sir! Very touched by hearing your valiant story. Thank you for your contribution towards our country
Hats off to you Sir- My grand salute with heartiest gratitude
Great nation's hav Great Armies , Thank u Sir for ur service to our nation , u r the real hero !
Sir, accept my sincere thanks for giving your service . Jai Hind.
Totally inspiring
A refreshing first-hand recounting of horror and hope.
Jai ho Indian army ....
you are true hero sir
Salute sir, we will always remember ur and ur men sacrifice for one common name which inspires us all ‘India ‘
I am impressed, quite impressed. God bless you. They were committing atrocities on their own people, and the ones who weren't of them became their saviors. Indeed in 1971 victorious indian Army played good Samaritan for all the sides. Personally in Delhi I have been saved by Hindus out of compulsion of conscience what ever you might say. from the clutches of co-religioist when I was undergoing atrocities and hate crimes out. My Hindu landlord out of compassion had rented his room at huge concession and never increased rent for 15 years. I immediately struck a chord with you, sir.
This man is true to his salt and speaks the truth. men in any country recognize the true officers and gentlemen.every man who fights for his country without any prejudice for the enemy should be hailed. soldiers of warring nations should respect each other because they are only performing their duties , and no more . soldiers are beyond the bounds of cast, creed and religion.They fade away when they die and go to valhala.. Dont abuse them but remember your forefathers who would have done the same. Bravo to all the soldiers of the world.
I just love you so much because you’re our true Hero, I’m always praying for you all soldiers, Hope I can meet you soon.
Huge respect...😢,, we r proud of u sir.. so inspirational words..
A Salute for those tears in your eyes sir. Respect to Indian Army.
Moved by your courage and service sir..Jai Hind.. Jai Hind ki Sena 🙏🙏
Superb sir
No words...proud of u..salute.. Jai hind sir
great one
Our next generations 'll derive inspiration from you.
thankyou sir!!! Jai hind
Hats off to you, Capt Choudhary. Thank you for your service.
Love you and your courageous efforts you made during the deadliest hours of the operations. I don't know how to pay you salutes bcz you deserve much more than.... . Sincere Thanks From Balochistan
@harshparashar1295
5 жыл бұрын
Shah Dost Baloch love from india❤ baloch will be an independent nation just like bangladesh. Keep hopes high our mighty Indian army is there to help you our beloved baloch brothers and sisters.
@RanjitKumar-hc1xp
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Bhai Indian has a great respect and support to Baluchistan
It s the courage of indian soldiers.
thanks Sir for sharing your experience.. my respect to you
No words to say! Jay Hind! Jay Bharat!!!
@sharmishthamukherjee9820
6 жыл бұрын
My brother Late Mj Subrata Banerjee,was also part of that mission .He was in Kumaun Regiment despite their victory they had to come back That was a big mistake done by political leadership.He was a real Hero for me like this gentleman.Jai hind jai bharat .They are real Dapur of Bharat mata.
@sharmishthamukherjee9820
6 жыл бұрын
Sorry, Saput.
hats off to you sir,from Bangladesh
As Indian I am always with you and THANK YOU for your sacrifices
Your tears adds to your bravery and displays humane nature of Indian army.
I love my country and officers like you !!! Sir we r proud of you..
jai hind sir
@santoshbenda6092
3 жыл бұрын
Jai hind sir
Thank you Sir. Speechless
You soldiers are our real pride. Salutes to you Sir. My uncle too was wounded in the 71 war at Pak front and in hospital for months. Jai Hind
You’re an inspiration sir.. ❤️ lots of respect and love.