Leading in the VUCA world - How the Armed Forces do it | RAGHU RAMAN | TEDxIITBHU

[@abindaya]

"Our mistakes come home in body bags" Such a hard hitting statement! Respect!

[@lakhineog4870]

really brooo

[@BrigSushilBhasin]

Its not only TRUE, it also distinguishes the Armed Forces from its civilian counterparts, where you have a chance of making up for the blunders

[@riyadebnath2203]

I respectfully disagree with his opinion because, when a soldier looses his life protecting his country and his countrynen, or protecting his team mates, he is doing his duty. Protecting his country is his duty. Sacrificing his life while doing his national duty isn't a mistake right?

[@aloopoop]

​@@riyadebnath2203you got it wrong,he was referring to a 'mistake' done in a combat situations ie. face to face encounter with a terrorists or enemy,in situations like these a single decision can cause death to an officer and his troops and there are no second chances

[@vickyphotography123]

Captain Raghu Raman, What a Man he is, He is also a great Human Being,My 4 year daughter had got Lymphoma,and i called him,You wont believe how Captain Raghu Helped me,He is a Gem of a Person too,

[@ChakradharIyyunni]

please elaborate ... rather specific about the help you received. that gives credibility to your remark and Captain-sir's magnanimity.

[@govind8028]

captain sir is great personality.

[@arnavroy3383]

Assad Yezdi I would love to hear how he helped you Mr. Yezzdi

[@ashasworld3791]

Is he a doctor?

[@adityamodi9404]

@captain Raghu Raman helped my wife get a job. And he gave such a good reference for the both of us, that we were employed in No time. Yes Sir, this is Neha's husband, Aditya here. Salute you for your kindness & your principle of Practice what you preach.

[@shivamkumar-ib9wj]

His introduction was like - "Just wanted to check what wasn't working Mike or the manners?"🙏

[@arunjha2879]

❤❤❤JGD❤❤❤

[@subhamboundia2427]

This is by far the best talk witnessed by me. "Sweat in peace, sweat in peace, so that you dont have to bleed in war."

[@STEVE9007606602]

Subham Boundia The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war. Norman Schwarzkopf TMYK :)

[@mariamkaral1]

Subham Boundia That is a line by General Patton..but every Indian army man knows it

[@sandhyapatodia1564]

Very true

[@bestsaurabh]

Just wanted to check what was not working- the mic or the manners!

[@anmolsharma5099]

*mic

[@AftabKhan-wy2gv]

usually manners!

[@nikhilinpure3460]

It was awesome ....

[@narsammapallegadda9367]

Saurabh Suman Pp

[@madhurzyarajdutta3175]

Superb

[@maheshwarivijay1947]

The lecture is FANTASTIC. Being a defence officer myself , though retired, I was thrilled to hear Raghu Raman bring out the best of the Army and heroic deeds of its personnel in time of distress.This video should be shown in all colleges to motivate young people to join the defence forces. Thank you and God bless dear Raghu Raman. JAI HIND.

[@lakhineog4870]

sir is my inspiration

[@varunjain1815]

honour to know you sir

[@arpandavid1591]

Sir guide us to be like you

[@audi88]

Principles for battle to thrive in chaos 1. Know how to assume orders, when there are no orders - understand strategic intent. 11:22 2. Every leader should be capable of commanding 1 level up - Train well to command 1 level up 12:07 3. Focus on you core drills and battle procedures until they become muscle memory 12:34 4. Improvisation and Innovation on the fly 14:26 5. Leaders must always be out there in the front line - Chaos is full of fleeting opportunities 16:55 6. Good leaders love chaos - core drills, courage, attitude, can do attitude come out in chaos only 18:01

[@soubhagyamishra4326]

Thanks for summarizing .

[@kkarthikraja8306]

Thank You

[@seneca7170]

Thank you brother

[@gopinathanv389]

Excellent as always

[@rebel6042]

Loved ur comments esp for the mins mentioned

[@navneetkalia]

This video should be shown in every college & school of India. A brilliant learning.

[@arunjha2879]

❤❤❤JGD❤❤❤

[@sampath006]

You can't end Capt Raghu Raman's speech without tears in your eyes.

[@johnkvin]

I had seen this video around 4 years back and I still keep watching this as often as i can.

[@gopichandarf5]

I too do it

[@wearetoppers]

Man. This guy has got some extraordinary level of confidence.

[@prabalray4673]

Nice comment Kaushik. Generally, you will find a top Indian Army Office with bag loads of confidence. My classmate is a Col in the Indian Army. He once shared a story about their final weeks of their IMA training. One of the last weeks before course ends, i.e. before a 60kms run, all course-mates are not allowed to sleep, dig trenches, stand next to the trenches, dig again, eat and drink little (no sleep). Those 6 days before the run, all are pretty much done with the hectic routine, and then they are airlifted and dropped 60 kms away and handed a map (around evening time). The navigator navigates his course mates, loaded with battle gear, have to run those 60kms in 8 hours and negotiate way back to base. With major lack of sleep and barely enough water with you, you run and make way to base, with sheer grit and determination. After you successfully reach, you are allowed to rest and eat. This may sound over simplified, but this is very difficult. And then the warriors say, after you have done this, ''anne do kisiko bhi, g**nd mar denge''.

[@anjneykumarsingh4461]

It's build not got

[@alexandrahope8814]

I loved his line, "leadership is a contact sport". It should hold true in the military or otherwise...

[@TheKukun123]

Rofl, "Mike or the manners". God, this man is GOOD at what he does

[@RakeshSharma-yd8hk]

I am soo proud that my dad was in the army and served this great nation

[@SudipBhattacharyya]

Thank you sir. You almost changed my life. Since last night I listened this several times. Thinking myself as a soldier during my work (which is not directly related to security). Thank you again, sir. With best regards.

[@Savithry0804]

omg.. he left me speechless..such command over language.. such conviction.. confidence.. and such an eye opening talk.. I am glad I heard this just before I am starting my work..thank you Raghu ji..Jai Hind

[@warden2351]

What a terrific and motivational presentation by a charismatic officer. The Indian Army enshrines India's national pride.

[@smghatate]

Firstly, this video MUST be translated Minimum (at least), in every Bharatiya (Indian) language and shown on the TV Channels in our Country immediately so that, every one of our people, residing and making a living in "Bharat Varsha" are made aware of the facts in order to get their thinking straight.

[@rajeshsanthanam5499]

should show to our rulers or those who want to rule, to bring some patriotism to leaders too, apart from the luxury life they enjoy and no of corruptions they make/made..

[@ramamurtipaluri2420]

I heard hundreds of lectures but this lecture and others of his are outstanding. The army and the nation is blessed with people like him.

[@tsbalasubramoniam8886]

In Israel 2 years compulsory military training is a must whether it is man or woman, whether kid is a millionaire's kin or rickshaw puller,'s.All those who stand for Election ,Panchayat, state or Centre must have military training. Hats off to Raghuraman Sir for opening our conscience

[@ashmakhanna]

Raghu proud to be your friend. I salute You and all the armed forces

[@uzumakiMADDYkun]

proud that we have such force in our army....n salute to all who fought in Taj attacks... no1 will remember there face .....feels sad dat out politician are not as them..

[@ChannelAditi]

I'm awestruck. It's awesome. By far, the best TEDx talk. P.S. The line which I've set as my Whatsapp status, and going to follow it, is - "Sweat in peace, so that you don't have to bleed in war."

[@rsrawat1947]

Very apt for the current times when some politicians seem to rubbish the Armed Forces & dispense them sub-standard salaries & pension. Excellent & timely presentation.

[@malathibhaskaran5453]

rsrawat1947 - exactly! Spot on

[@vijaisingh100]

Great talk on how the Indian Army gets the job done in the most 'im-possible' seeming situations.

[@NavneetKaur-je7up]

The fundamental elements and components demonstrated by Captain Raghu Raman in an effective elaborated manner is just outstanding.Salute to these military officers those give up their lives for the regular protection of our country.

[@viswas9930]

THE BEST! "Sweat in peace, so that you dont have to bleed in war". I will love to hear this speech any-time of the day!. Thank you Mr Raman.

[@khusroiqbalify]

Being a defence officer myself I can say that sir is one of the best speaker I have ever seen.

[@capt_raghuraman]

🙏

[@anirban2120]

@@capt_raghuraman sir you must keep encouraging our generations like this. My entire thought process changed after watching your videos. 2 days back suddenly one of your videos came in my KZbin suggestions. I watched it And since then I started searching your videos and have watched many in the past 48 hours. Thank you sir.

[@sridharalse2325]

Great story on the Indian Army & NSG! Also noticeable is Raghu Raman''s clarity of thoughts and the force with which he puts them across - listen to the first 4 sentences he says and you will get it! He lives the purpose of his life every moment! Kudos to him!

[@mohandas8459]

Great speech!!!! A big salute to Mr. Raghu Raman and salute to Indian Army. I love to hear these words "Sweat in peace, sweat in peace, so that you dont have to bleed in war." Thanks a lot to TEDx for sharing such a wonderful speech. I would completely agree with the comments of Mr. Vijay kumar Maheswari that, this video has to be shown to the student of our schools and colleges to motivate the young people. Jai Hind.

[@immunition6988]

This particular lecture from Capt RR, showcases not just 26/11, but about how our crack units deliver without cracking! Jai Hind!

[@sampytek3901]

Hats off envy your love for motherland Hope we had the chance

[@ajitdangi441]

I have become the fan of this man...he is just amazing motivator. What a way to represent power of leadership.

[@nayakgouda4937]

This video is an eyeopener to myself and all those who think Army people may not be as organized, planned as the corporate workplace..

[@anamikabajaj512]

I am proud of my indian ARMY bcoz of u v r enjoying our life ur the real heroes of our life .

[@balachandrats3353]

Felt proud about our NSG brothers...superb...

[@tinkeshr]

Powerful talk. Standing Ovation Team! May the force be with you.

[@FandangoMaximilianWhimsy]

Such a Inspiration 😇😇🫡🫡🫡 Smart

[@royabhijeet]

just reminded me why i always wanted to join the army.

[@anujan52]

An inspiring lecture by Raghu Raman on the capabilities of a defence officer .This video should be shown in the colleges to make them join the forces. Jai Hind

[@binayshankarjha8384]

fabulous......speechless....flawless.....superb...... proud of the comrade......we being from the army enjoyed it the most.....

[@visreeram2002]

INDIAN ARMY OFFICER SHRI RAGHU-RAMAN HERE, DELIVERS ONE OF THE BEST LECTURERS, WHICH EVEN PROFESSIONALS CAN'T. EACH POINT IS DRIVEN HOME WITH HAMMER. ENGLISH IS BEYOND COMPARE. YOU FEEL AS THOUGH YOU ARE IN THE BATTLEFIELD. EXCELLENT PRESENTATION

[@yesmypage]

Salute to the Indian Army... Salute you Captain Raghu Raman... Your speech motivated me with real life examples.

[@rajdeepbhattacharya6278]

The man who showed us that you don't need fancy words/actions/artificial motivation to inspire others...His stories are enough to lift up a 'dead' person...Hats off to you Captain...Jai Hind

[@parvez0011]

It's delight to listened to him...I have searched every lecture of his on KZbin and watched...

[@virentalgeri8448]

Have watched this video atleast 50 times . Just amazing....🇮🇳💪👌👌👌

[@preetishirodkar]

Extremely powerful and inspirational. Brought tears to my eyes. Amazing lessons from an amazing leaders. Kudos to the Indian Army. Jai Hind!

[@tarakarambabuk5348]

Best ever speech. It increased our respect towards our defense forces by million times

[@akashvox]

Raghu sir has got such an inspired way of addressing ... I mean this guy has stunned me the most

[@area52consultants20]

Gratitude to the Indian Army and the men who excelled in Mumbai! Great Speech by Cpt.Raghu Raman!!

[@shobhitsharma6698]

who are thode 290 who dislikes such a great thing!!!! a huge run of applause for RAGHU SIR

[@vishwasmp743]

What a start ❤

[@MaheshSharma-xx1jm]

Love and respect ❤️ The power of expression of an officer !

[@sujitdoshy9021]

Amazing sincerely salute to all army men who safeguarded us and our country.

[@akhilpeterpan]

Thank u mister raman. u left me asking for more as I watched this . I meed air ley did a search and ordered the only book I could find authored by you . everyman s war .

[@ramamurtipaluri2420]

Excellent Captain. Excellent summary of our hidden heroes. Mumbai attack was initially sought to be managed by police and the politicians in an easy way not being to appreciate the

[@narendravashist7329]

After watching this Video I feel sorry for those JNU students who are learning how to bleed in war. This is the difference between JNU n BHU

[@pragatipawar7175]

True

[@RamjiRao_Listening]

Jai communist

[@abhijitkalambe8962]

Really inspiring video and true. "Sweat in peace, sweat in peace, so that you don't have to bleed in war"True leadership loves Chaos ......Jai Hind....

[@arunkumaravel7792]

I am very sure none of us would have fast fwded at any moment of this full speech! That’s how this man has taken the show! Well done Mr. Raghu Raman ☺️

[@samindian4987]

51 Rocks.. Immaculate presentation by Capt. Raghu as always.

[@thomasdevassy8247]

Jai Hind Saab, proud be an ex Army veteran, God bless.

[@AbhishekYadav-nf6rq]

amazing :D so proud of the INDIAN ARMY

[@browniebiswas7424]

Absolutely amazing!!

[@jayantachakrabarti2153]

what excellent narration of such a grueling task they do day in and day out.

[@datastr]

So far the best TED talk .....felling motivated !!!

[@dr.reubenbuthello2866]

I went through the video and here are my observations: 1. Amazing leadership, courage and skill of the Army at Major, Captain and Lower levels. I salute your sacrifice... 2. Utter failure of the Army and politicians at senior positions. 3. They had 14 hrs notice and no one bothered to get the Taj Building plans from BMC. No one had the common sense to contact Tata Group and secure the plans from their corporate office in 14 hrs!!!! In comparison the Israelites got the plans for Entebbe's airport in Uganda where hostages were held. (Read operation Entebbe and you will know how incompetent we are at our job). 4. Fellow giving the speech is former CEO of national intelligence... His dept did not have the presence of mind to interrogate the rescued people on the location of the terrorists? 4. The NSG commandos had to wait for hrs at Mumbai airport since they did not have their own vehicles to go from the airport to the Taj... SHAMEFUL..... And we have over 4 military bases in Mumbai itself (Kalina, Kurla, Worli, Colaba)!!! No transport could have been arranged in the 14 hrs you had to plan?????..... You guys had to come via BEST!!!! (Proud of BEST, the best transport system in the world) 5. 5 to 10 uneducated, unskilled Village terrorists took a country of 120 Crore people hostage for 3 days. Shame on all of us...... 6. I am sorry, but this is not a video on leadership, it's an eye-opener...... I am not trying to be a cynic, I am proud of my roots and my country, but I am also concerned, patriotic and critical of it when it's weak and foolish.... Do not mistake my rant as anti national, I hope that people realise that there is much to be done for this great country of ours...... we are good as individuals but terrible as a team.... Jai Hind!!!!!

[@Cokaine_d]

Sir I appreciate your thoughts ! but sir he said in the starting that no mission goes according to the plan ! So they must have had read the blue print ! But they didn't knew exactly how many people were terrorist and etc . In short the information was not sufficient ! However in case of the ISRAEL'S they knew how many hostages were there ,etc,etc ! also you can't compare the area of an aeroplane to the area and complexity of a hotel !

[@dr.reubenbuthello2866]

I agree, hijack and attack are two different scenarios. But lets see the facts: 1. Op Entebbe (hijack to resuce) happened in 7 days, Mumbai 2008 happened in our own country, not in some remote village in the Financial HUB of our country and it lasted 4 days.... 2. Op Entebbe was in a country with a hostile govt (i do not understand how the Israelies would have diverted their attention), agree BMC was under Shiv Sena and Centre under Congress....but SAME COUNTRY 3.2 Hijackers & 45 Ugnadan Soldiers killed (both enemies) against 1 Isreali death.... compare that with 2008 attack, 10 illiterate, village farm boys from LeT took the entire city hostage!!! 4. Op Entebbe: 3 Hostages & 1 Commander killed. Mumbai 2008: 164 killed including ATS!!!! Your arguments: 1. Influenced by western propoganda!!!: I stopped watching news a long time ago, i guess you still watch Arnab and Aaj tak. 2. Tech Edge: My comment was never on tech edge, just basic planning... NSG commandos travelling by BEST bus from AIRPORT!!!!! If you had an interview and were late, would you wait for a bus??? We have over 8 military bases in MUMBAI and you telling me we could not arrange troop carriers from any of them???? 3. 9/11: America's business is their business none of my concern, but i dare anyone to try another hijack on an American or Isreali airline now.... 4. Paris attack: the city wasn't held hostage for 4 freaking days!!! 5. My concerns shameful: Is this how you win an argument!!! hahahah 6. Do you think another terrorist attack like this if happened in India.. terrorists will run away??: for the sake of the country i hope you are right... but my friend, hopes will not keep us safe, wake up realize how vulnerable we are, see the corruption around you. It is so easy to buy a blind eye. 7. You really undermine our Forcs that is very shameful.: , one on one we might be the best in the world, as an army, i seriously doubt... and i rather point out the flaws of my own country and hope to improve it rather than blindly praising it. My mother always told me, if your are concerned, you will correct the person.... I am too small and too insignificant to correct anyone, but i hope my message resounds in someone of significance.....

[@akashcommander5997]

Reuben Buthello Sorry you seem incorrect to me.. first you accept there is a difference between hijack and attack and then you compare them again!!! After NSG took command no histage died or civilian died only 2 personnel killed that too they showed utmost bravery. Mumbai attack can be compared to 9/11 coz they are same kind of attacks which never happened before in the history of mankind. No govt. will be ready for such an attack even now. BEST buses were arranged coz operarion was conducted by NSG and not military.. there was very bad cootadination between agencies. That lesson has been learnt. Paris authirities had intelligence about such an attack amd there were some suspects as well.. still they failed. It was not a new kind of attack.. a copy of mumbai attacks. It took NSG 2 days only in Taj hotel.. Mind you they searched every room and corner in adjacent hotel as well. Just imagine the extent of this attack. In Paris they just fired and got killed.. they did not hide. They were not trained as Mumbai attackers still one of them ran away. And your comment about Mumbai attackers being childish shows your foolness. They were trained by Pakistan in POK terror camps and selected best of them. Daura e aam and Daura e khaas course was conducted and they were trained like commandos. They used satellite communication. The attack was done in commando style. Know some facts first.

[@dr.reubenbuthello2866]

I realise your frustration.... bear with me as I tear through your stupidity.... Unwarranted praise leads to ahankar (pride), which in turn leads to downfall, as it did for Rawana. If you still believe that we should be in all praise, then the govt you should serve is the one being lead by Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang, such a regime loves undevoted, uncritical praise and love.... I prefer to call a spade a spade... I hope you do not accuse me of some other propaganda now... The reason I compared the hostage situation and the attack is because attacks are over in moments, not days. If it has to last for days, it is called a battle and for a battle you need Tactics and Strategy. About the point of NSG not being military, NSG personnal are recruited from various branches of the military on deputation!!!. I agree NSG and Military report to different ministries (Home Affairs for the former and Defence for the latter); but the Home Affairs Ministry also controls IPS which controls the Commissioners of Police who have loads of Police Vans in the city of Mumbai... Couldnt those vans be deployed for the NSG? Food for thought... The first point of my original comment was in praise of the commandos. Whom I criticised were their superiors.... I encourage you to read again... Read my original text once again and tell me which sentence is technically incorrect. I don't need you to call me foolish, if you have arguments which are valid, present them in a dignified and rational manner. If the facts you present are valid and logical, I will change my stand. But all you bring to this forum is your irritation....

[@akashcommander5997]

Reuben Buthello It is not necessary that you change your stand based on someone's irrational comments as long as you believe. I dont have to say who is irrational and logical.I have always criticised govt. and shortcomings.. you dont know about it. All I wanted to say is Indian establishment did best it can in such a situation. Same with 9/11 which took everyone by surprise. Many lessons were learnt from both attacks. That doesn't mean Indian forces are any lower. Yes, I am frustrated and irritated because you undermine our forces.. its not criticism. Its shaming on piblic platform. Go to some 9/11 attack video and post same criticism about then US establishment. Our Indiqn military and firces are way better than others. And yes I took pride in it even if it makes me Ravan or something. Because I know other forces dont have capabilities as Indian forces have.

[@GirishVenkatachalam]

Such a fantastic guy, amazing delivery. Really proud.

[@AnupamKaushik]

I have no words to say thanks for this, it is amazing

[@vasrajb]

Too wonderful and motivational. Leaders thrive on chaos- what a take away indeed.

[@RamnathDixit]

Some talks make us reflect, some make us feel great, some others motivate us, but only the rare gems inspire us. This talk by Capt. Raghu Raman is a rare gem!

[@aravindsaji9632]

Capt Raghu Raman...Always he motivates me to go out of my comfort zone

[@mnsayeed999]

Just loved the way he started it... Mic or the manners!!!

[@ajitdangi441]

I salute indian army management and courage, leadership...

[@rahulmanoharan9746]

He's brilliant! Insightful speech and true

[@navjotsinghkahlon1582]

There is only one word EXCELLENT

[@cocoji5603]

Really I m a big fan of Mr. Raghu sir.....he exactly tells that, what my question is..... Such a motivation.....

[@DheeruMoolya]

A big salute to our Army... Jai Hind

[@RashidKhan-yb8mu]

what a guy ... respect

[@shankarnarayanan3316]

When 80 percent of Independent India was governed by people who are unfit, when even the likes of harvard educated former finance minister, now holds the award for maximum bail extension... What else u can expect. We do not need democracy.

[@vineetthakur2618]

Thank you NSG,thank you Raghu sir and great thank you to all armed forces

[@Radhamesh]

Very engaging, fascinating story teller! Great lessons indeed! Exemplary flow, diction, body language! Hats off sir!

[@HareKrishna-Hare-Hare]

1:33 Acid sir sitting & Smiling (Ajit Chandra Divedi) Now Neet Teacher in Unacademy ❤ studying from HIM (Amazing Teacher & he is the best)

[@Satyanarayanaraosaladi11021945]

great example of Indian Army..

[@sandeep11foru]

Very inspiring and motivating talk. Good leaders love chaous but on ligher note our political leaders create chaos to show how good leaders they are. Jay Hind..!!

[@anandchitchat6411]

This talks really reminded us whom we should never ever forget who Knowingly or Unknowingly guard us and our nation without made us know their pain of wounds and casualties. Really agree with others this is the best TEDx TALKS I watched so far. Quote that always be true. "Jai Jawan Jai Kisan" . Jai Hind !"

[@jagatr]

Starting 11:20, the most powerful messages

[@arunjha2879]

❤❤❤JGD❤❤❤

[@balajis6744]

Respect for Indian Army

[@vijayvitthalrao7205]

Very informative and inspiring. Presentation too is superlative. One of the best talks I have heard. Thanks.

[@sarojanisachu]

"Good leaders love chaos" Capt Raghu Raman 🙏 Saved for ever! Jai Hind ❤️

[@himanshushukla9012]

Jai Hind sir. Your speech just leaves me awestruck everytime I hear you.salute to you sir.🙏🙏🙏❣️❣️❣️❣️💐💐💐

[@_95_sumantohembram57]

I was just checking what was not working mic or the manner. Kha ke le li sir ne.

[@devendraaswal1816]

Excellent Sir!!! Life learning lessons.

[@sohailuzbak8197]

Respect for indian army.

[@binishvarma2890]

Very much motivational & inspirational. But for whatever reason it maybe... is it wise to explain the strategy & tactics of our special forces in social media???

[@suneetakoul2289]

that JAI HIND!...goosebumps

[@tilakmullick5348]

An excellent presentation I wish all our politician friends see this clip and then decide as to what we deserve

[@vrindian6635]

Very inspiring. Informative. Salute to the courage of our officers.

[@harivinnakota]

Exemplary strategy discussion. Superb!!!

[@dtomar55]

Jai hind sir, you are awesome. I have heard so many motivational lecture but this really pumped me for my rest of life. Came across many lines in your speech, those can be applied in all sectors of life n profession. Specially this one - sweat in peace Love you sir. Please keep on motivating us. We need leaders like you.

[@sk2250]

Highly spirited lecture with awesome examples and heart touching phrases....salute to u sir.

[@911wtfdude]

That was good.Absolutely rivetting.