Shimla, Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma on Monday took over as the 25th General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Shimla-based Army Training Command (ARTRAC).
The Army said Sharma congratulated all ranks of ARTRAC, 'Veer Naris', veterans and civilian employees as well as their families after assuming charge.
Sharma, an alumnus of Mayo College, Ajmer, National Defense Academy and Indian Military Academy, is a recipient of the prestigious 'Sword of Honour', it said.
In his illustrious career spanning nearly four decades, the Army said, the Lieutenant General has held important command appointments in various sensitive operational areas, counter-terrorism environments and high altitude terrains.
On January 26, 2022, Sharma was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal for his exemplary leadership and dedication to duty towards the nation. For his service he has also been awarded the Central Army Commander Commendation Card and the UN Force Commander Commendation Card.
The Army said Sharma congratulated all ranks of ARTRAC, 'Veer Naris', veterans and civilian employees as well as their families after assuming charge.
Sharma, an alumnus of Mayo College, Ajmer, National Defense Academy and Indian Military Academy, is a recipient of the prestigious 'Sword of Honour', it said.
In his illustrious career spanning nearly four decades, the Army said, the Lieutenant General has held important command appointments in various sensitive operational areas, counter-terrorism environments and high altitude terrains.
On January 26, 2022, Sharma was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal for his exemplary leadership and dedication to duty towards the nation. For his service he has also been awarded the Central Army Commander Commendation Card and the UN Force Commander Commendation Card.