VICTORY INDIA: A Key to Quality Military Leadership

Col Vinay B Dalvi commissioned on 13th June, 1971 from IMA, Dehradun. He served with 4 Maratha LI as a third generation officer for 8 years (1971-79); and with Army Physical Training Corps for 29 years (1979-2008). His 37 years distinguished service includes tenures in all sectors /commands of the Indian Army. An outstanding all round sportsman who excelled in Hockey up to Services level. Twice decorated with COAS commendation; he was a coach / manager of Services teams in Hockey, Athletics, Aquatics, Wrestling and Gymnastics. He was Physical Training Officer at IMA, NDA and OTA for 9 years. He served as PTO at various regimental training centers. Also served in Army HQ, Headquarters Southern & Eastern Commands. He was instructor at ASPT/AIPT and Armed Force’s Sports College, Pune.

A keen writer with an analytical mind; has written many articles on physical training and personality development. Critically reviewed many existing policies on selection and training in the Armed Forces and brought out very positive and beneficial recommendations.

His first book “Role Model” A key to Character Development was released in March 2010.

His second book “Sun-Tzu” The Art of War was released in April 2012.

“Victory India” A Key to Quality Military Leadership
is a holistic review of the entire ‘selection’ and ‘training’ system of the military officer cadre of the Indian Armed Forces. This book is a combined, collective and cohesive effort. It consists of articles, views and responses of numerous renowned defence analysts and writers. It also has valuable inputs from reputed professionals in various fields including psychology, sports medicine, technology and academics.

The book is a clarion call for serious introspection of all our processes; involving identification, selection, nurturing, grooming and training of our dynamic youth to mould them into inspiring and effective Quality Military Leaders!