An inspiring story of a remarkable man who never let lifes challenges get the better of him. Captain walias book reminds us that human endeavour is limitless and shall always triumph over adversity. ≪ br/> Gul panag actor and an activist br>Rakesh, it has been a great honour to read your life journey. You have so beautifully beaded words of emotion, humour and conviction to give the readers an experience that will last for a lifetime. Taking baby steps from a lonely, uncharted child to making long leaps as a man of wisdom and success, you have always raised the bar for yourself, which are the true qualities of a great leader and a wise teacher. Br>congratulations for the hard work and dedication in writing this beautiful book, which I am sure, will most definitely, touch the hearts of many. ≪ br/> Dr ranie K nagra RAC, MBA, MSc, PhD entrepreneur and author, Vancouver island, Canada Capt br>Rakesh walias autobiography broken crayons can still colour is a highly motivating book and a must-read for the youth who dare to dream big. An extremely absorbing and gripping narrative of his personal life, The book was difficult to put down once I started reading it. Captain, as he is fondly called, has an amazing personality and a pleasant demeanour with no trace of his traumatic childhood experiences. He joined matrix in December 2006 and has been an asset to matrix - one that I have come to greatly value. ≪ br/> maj Gen M S dugal, VRC Chairman, matrix cellular (international) services Ltd.