Bopa Rai and the Mantle of Memory
Bopa’s Homecoming Bopa Rai was on his first home leave after having been commissioned as a lieutenant in the Mahar Regiment. The Regiment was known for its innocence, intense patriotism, and unwavering loyalty. It was also known, for better or worse—for the lethargy of its jawans and the brilliance of its officers. Impulsive, on-the-spot decisions ran in their blood. Bopa was well acquainted…

















