May 08, 2025

10 Inspiring Quotes By Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw

Times Now Digital, Akanksha Arora

​On Death ​

“If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or he is a Gorkha.”

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​On Competence ​

“Professional knowledge and professional competence are a must in the Services. If you don’t have it, you don’t deserve to be here.”

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​On Army ​

“I wonder whether those of our political masters who have been put in charge of the defence forces have the necessary knowledge, experience or the background to understand the complex problems of a professional army.”

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​On Respect ​

“You should have the ability to deliver. Unless you can do that, don’t expect your men to respect you.”

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​On Leadership​

“Leadership is all about leading from the front and earning the respect of your men.”

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​On Consequences ​

“A 'Yes Man' is a dangerous man. He will say ‘yes’ to anything, and the consequences can be disastrous.”

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​On Marshal ​

“There is a very thin line between becoming a field marshal and being dismissed.”

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​On Withdrawal ​

“Gentlemen, I have arrived and there will be no withdrawal without written orders and these orders shall never be issued.”

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​On War​

“I don’t mind if my men are dirty and ill-dressed as long as their rifles are clean.”

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​On Readiness ​

“I am always ready, sweetie.”

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