During the period, his landmark contribution in fighting the ongoing proxy war in Kashmir, including the successful conduct of Parliamentary and Assembly Elections are well known.

His slogan of "Jawan aur Awaam, Aman hai Maqaam" and its manifestation on ground brought in a new approach and momentum to the ongoing peace process in Kashmir.

Apart from commanding a battalion on the China border, he was part of the Sino-Indian Working Group and coordinated counter-insurgency operations in the North East with civil agencies and inter-ministerial delegations.

Peace Building initiatives based on a just resolution of issues have been an integral part of his mandate as a Military Man and Strategic Expert.

His articles and perspective have been published in many journals and newspapers and he has also participated in numerable seminars and discussions with leading global think tanks within the country and abroad.

Degree (Honoris Causa) by Tibrewala University, "in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the service of our motherland, exemplary patriotism, inspirational leadership and peacemaking initiatives.