India, Sept. 25 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday hailed the foresight and leadership of Lt Gen S.P.P. Thorat, describing his autobiography "From Reveille to Retreat" as more than a personal memoir and calling it a lasting contribution to India's strategic thought.

Delivering a video message at the release of the revised edition of the book, Gen Chauhan said Thorat's career reflected India's journey from a colonised nation to a democracy, and the Army's transformation into a professional, modern force.

"Between the bugle calls of reveille and retreat lay the discipline, action, and rest that defined a soldier's life. Lt Gen Thorat captured this rhythm with honesty and clarity," Gen Chauhan said.

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