In a dramatic turn of events that has merged national security concerns with political firestorms, the Delhi Police FIR General Naravane Book Leak case has officially been registered. Sampadak Express can confirm that the Special Cell of the Delhi Police has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) regarding the illegal circulation of former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane’s unpublished memoir, Four Stars of Destiny.
This development comes just hours after intense disruptions in the Lok Sabha, where the book’s contents became a lightning rod for opposition attacks. Sampadak Express brings you the exclusive details of the FIR and the deepening mystery surrounding a book that the government claims “does not officially exist.”
The Leak: How a “Ghost Book” Went Viral
According to top sources within the Delhi Police who spoke to Sampadak Express, the FIR was registered after it was discovered that a “pre-print” PDF version of the memoir was being widely circulated on social media platforms and messaging apps.
Sampadak Express has learned that the police complaint cites the absence of “mandatory clearance” from competent authorities—specifically the Ministry of Defence (MoD)—as a primary ground for the investigation. The Special Cell is now probing who leaked the typeset draft, which bears the watermark of the publisher, Penguin Random House India.
“We have taken cognisance of the unauthorized distribution of a PDF titled Four Stars of Destiny. Since the book is still under review and contains sensitive operational details, its circulation is a serious breach,” a senior police official told Sampadak Express.
Publisher Breaks Silence: “It’s Stolen Property”
As the Delhi Police FIR General Naravane Book Leak investigation gathers pace, the publisher has stepped in. In a statement reviewed by Sampadak Express, Penguin Random House India clarified that they hold the sole publishing rights and that the book has not been released commercially.
Sampadak Express legal experts note that the circulation of the PDF now constitutes not just a potential violation of the Official Secrets Act (depending on the content) but also a clear case of copyright infringement. The publisher has warned that anyone sharing the file could face legal action.
Parliamentary Showdown: The “Galwan” Connection
The timing of the Delhi Police FIR General Naravane Book Leak is explosive. Sampadak Express readers will recall the chaotic scenes in Parliament earlier this week when Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi flashed a physical copy of the alleged manuscript.
Gandhi attempted to quote excerpts related to the 2020 Galwan Valley clash and the Agnipath recruitment scheme, alleging that the government ignored the Army Chief’s advice during the China crisis. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh countered, stating that quoting an unpublished, unverified text is against parliamentary rules.
Sampadak Express Analysis: What Was Leaked?
While Sampadak Express will not reproduce the leaked content due to legal sensitivities, reports suggest the draft contains candid revelations about:
- The “Tour of Duty” (Agnipath) Proposal: Alleged disagreements between the military leadership and the government on the final structure of the scheme.
- The China Standoff: Details on the operational freedom given—or denied—to field commanders during the tense standoff in Eastern Ladakh.
What Next?
The Special Cell is currently tracking the IP addresses of the initial uploaders. Sampadak Express understands that the investigation will look into whether this was an internal leak from the publishing house or a deliberate release by “interested parties” to embarrass the government.
As the political war of words escalates, the Delhi Police FIR General Naravane Book Leak ensures that Four Stars of Destiny will remain in the headlines, even if it isn’t on the bookshelves.
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