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Defence
Brigadier Basant Kumar Passes Away
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 29 Jul 2026, 10:36 PM
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Brigadier Basant Kumar, a key figure in the 1971 India-Pakistan war, has passed away at 77. He was a pioneer of modern jungle warfare in India.
Brigadier Basant Kumar, a renowned figure in the Indian military, has passed away at the age of 77. He played a crucial role in the 1971 India-Pakistan war and is credited with developing India's modern jungle warfare system. After his retirement, Brigadier Kumar founded the Counter Terrorism and Jungle Warfare College in Chhattisgarh. His contributions to the Indian military have been widely acknowledged and respected. Brigadier Kumar's legacy will continue to inspire future generations of military personnel.