About the Book: Goa, 1961 offers a detailed and nuanced account of the thirty-six-hour military operation that led to Goa’s liberation and integration into the Indian Union, exploring the political climate and the role of local independence movements. Former journalist Valmiki Faleiro vividly chronicles Operation Vijay, its diplomatic buildup, execution, and aftermath, both within India and internationally. Extensively researched and well-written, this essential book sheds light on a pivotal but often misunderstood chapter of Indian history.