Sam Manekshaw

Sam Manekshaw, commonly known as Sam Bahadur (Hindi: सम बहादुर), was a prominent Indian military figure who served as the eighth Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army. Born on April 3, 1914, in Amritsar, Punjab, Manekshaw is celebrated for his leadership during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, which resulted in the liberation of Bangladesh. His strategic acumen and decisive actions played a pivotal role in India's victory. Manekshaw was the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of field marshal. His contributions to the Indian military and his leadership during critical periods have cemented his legacy as one of India's most respected military leaders. In Bengali, he is referred to as সম বাহাদুর, and in Urdu, his name is written as سم بہادر.