A Calling that changed the fate of many
India: The Next Superpower
Kargil War Veteran Dr. Joseph K Thomas is a familiar name in several professions. He has served in the Army for close to 20 years. As an author with his books, leading the way in instilling patriotism in the upcoming generations. He was also recognized as an ‘Education Stalwarts’ of India in 2019 for his contribution to the field of education.
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The name behind the Mount Litera Zee School & St. Anthony’s International School, Mysore did everything he was told he couldn’t. Carrying the weapon of education and integrity he moves forward, inspiring the young generation and leading them to the passage of virtue and righteousness.
He loves to describe himself as a Soldier by Choice, an Engineer by Profession, an Educationist by Passion, and an Author by Accident. An amalgamation of experiences ranging from a classroom to a battlefield, he has truly seen it all. He has been awarded several National and International awards for his work in the field of Education and Philanthropy.
He was conferred with UN Goodwill Peace Ambassador under the UN SDG 2030. He worked closely with His Excellency former President of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam during the Pokhran-II Nuclear Test in Pokhran Deserts. He was also part of the core team that established communication and satellite networks across the most crucial locations of the country. It was a big step for us as a nation but also very important for our security during times of conflict and war with our neighbors.
His book, India: The Next Superpower is a must-read for all generations. The book talks about his journey in the army and how it changed his perspective towards the nation. The contents of the book throw light on the elements of nation-building and how we should all do our part to take it ahead on the pathway of success and development. It talks about the growth the country has witnessed over the years. The author’s plan for the nation, the role of technology is not only insightful but also something to pay attention to.
The idea behind writing the book, involved how hundreds of War Widows and Martyr’s families are striving hard to afford three meals a day and educate their children. To change this and bring the issue to light, he sends a ‘monthly pension’ from the profit of this book to Smt. Jagir Kaur an 80 years old widow and mother of Late Naik Nirmal Singh of 15 Sikh Light Infantry who was martyred in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in the June 1999 Kargil War, so that she need not work as a labourer anymore and live a decent and respectful life. They plan to include more war widows and mothers of martyrs in the future.
The book is an effort to lead the coming generation and help them become leaders that turn India into the next Superpower.
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