Book details

  • Genre:fiction
  • Sub-genre:War & Military
  • Language:English
  • Pages:80
  • eBook ISBN:9780990808404

Border Post 99

No Man's Land

By Kedar Patankar

Overview

March, 2011 - In the pine forest that marks the No Man's Land along the volatile India-Pakistan border, leopards roam freely across enemy lines, instigating fear in a pair of rival soldiers who are each guarding an illegal post and trying desperately to follow the strict orders they've been given: Don't shoot. Lt. Sharma is a 25-year-old Indian rookie, fresh out of military training school and longing to return home. Captain Khan is a war-weary Pakistani veteran whose only desire is to be left alone with his thoughts. When the men are suddenly forced to acknowledge one another's presence, their nerves begin to fray and their tempers fly high. Sharma and Khan launch into a fierce duel of wits and egos that can only end when one of them dies.
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Description

March, 2011 - In the pine forest that marks the No Man's Land along the volatile India-Pakistan border, leopards roam freely across enemy lines, instigating fear in a pair of rival soldiers who are each guarding an illegal post and trying desperately to follow the strict orders they've been given: Don't shoot. Lt. Sharma is a 25-year-old Indian rookie, fresh out of military training school and longing to return home. Captain Khan is a war-weary Pakistani veteran whose only desire is to be left alone with his thoughts. When the men are suddenly forced to acknowledge one another's presence, their nerves begin to fray and their tempers fly high. Sharma and Khan launch into a fierce duel of wits and egos that can only end when one of them dies.
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About The Author

Kedar Patankar is an award‑winning author and screenwriter whose work across films, web series, and books has earned widespread critical acclaim, including the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Screenplay. A two‑time TEDx Speaker, he brings powerful storytelling to audiences through narratives that blend realism, emotion, and depth. Beyond writing, Kedar is a committed heritage volunteer. Through The Trash Talk—his personal, no‑profit initiative—he leads regular cleanup drives at historic forts, contributing to the preservation of India's UNESCO‑recognized Maratha Military Landscapes and promoting mindful tourism. A semiconductor engineering executive with over two decades of experience in VLSI and chip design, Kedar has contributed to cutting‑edge technology across Silicon Valley and India. His career spans advanced chip development, high‑stakes engineering leadership, and innovation in the global semiconductor ecosystem. Balancing art, technology, and social responsibility, Kedar continues to build stories, systems, and communities with equal passion. You can visit his website at kedarpatankar.com.
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