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Beyond Expectations
What are the opportunities and challenges that face a young probationer in the Indian Administrative Services? What does it feel like to be in the midst of developments that have shaped the post-Independence history of our nation? Former Union Home Secretary and Governor of Arunachal Pradesh R.D Pradhan's account of his 40 year journey from Metcalfe House to Arunachal Raj Bhavan gives us an insider's view of events and personalities from Jawaharlal Nehru to Narasimha Rao, from the Indo-China war of 1962 to the Assam Accord signed in 1985. Pradhan's reminiscences will educate readers about the transition of India's administration from colonial times to the demanding and diverse present. His varied experience results in creating a narrative that illuminates the core issues and personalities in India's and Maharashtra's political economy, while it covers sojourns that have strengthened India's role in the international arena. 'Beyond Expectations' is sure to surpass the expectations of readers seeking a slice of India's history, whether as aspirants for the civil services, or chroniclers of how roadblocks to India's governance have been overcome.
568 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 2016
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July 17, 2024
Written by an IAS officer of 1952 batch who had a unique and eventful career, this autobiography provides anecdotes on events which today we read as history.
Throughout his career, he engaged with issues related to territorial disputes. Be it representing Bombay Government in front of States Reorganisation Commission while still being an Assistant Collector in issue of whether Mount Abu should stay in Gujarat or be given to Rajasthan, or working as OSD to CM of Maharashtra after bifurcation of Bombay in 1960, or working as PS to new Defence Minister of India after 1962 debacle or, later in the career, negotiating with various armed insurgent groups of the north-east, the authors has seen the whole gamut. He has also distinguished himself as a diplomat, representing India in several forums and also working for various international organisations for over one and half decade.
Among the rare civil servants who rise to the gubernatorial positions, author in this book provides insights into many significant incidents in Bombay, in Government of India as well as internationally.
Throughout his career, he engaged with issues related to territorial disputes. Be it representing Bombay Government in front of States Reorganisation Commission while still being an Assistant Collector in issue of whether Mount Abu should stay in Gujarat or be given to Rajasthan, or working as OSD to CM of Maharashtra after bifurcation of Bombay in 1960, or working as PS to new Defence Minister of India after 1962 debacle or, later in the career, negotiating with various armed insurgent groups of the north-east, the authors has seen the whole gamut. He has also distinguished himself as a diplomat, representing India in several forums and also working for various international organisations for over one and half decade.
Among the rare civil servants who rise to the gubernatorial positions, author in this book provides insights into many significant incidents in Bombay, in Government of India as well as internationally.
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