Major Manik Jolly (Retd.) is a former Indian Army officer who served in the Gorkha Regiment and was awarded the Sena Medal for his bravery. Known for his leadership and fearlessness, Maj. Jolly has been involved in various projects post-retirement, including humanitarian work and entrepreneurship. He is also a prominent voice on social media, where he often shares insights and engages in discussions related to national security, veterans' issues, and current affairs.

Apart from his military career, Maj. Jolly has expressed his views on issues of national significance, like his interaction with Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar regarding the depiction of Gorkha soldiers in cinema. This led to a respectful exchange in which Jolly provided guidance to ensure the movie "Gorkha" portrayed the soldiers accurately. Additionally, he contributes to media platforms like OpIndia where he shares his perspectives on various socio-political topics.