Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command, conducted a significant visit to the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun, emphasizing the Army’s commitment to enhancing officer training and professional military education at this prestigious institution.
During his visit, Lt Gen Sengupta engaged in comprehensive discussions with the training staff, which included senior instructors, company commanders, and faculty members tasked with shaping the future leaders of the Army. He praised their dedication, professionalism, and the high standards they maintain in training the Gentlemen Cadets.
The Army Commander assessed various instructional facilities at the Academy, where he observed demonstrations of drill exercises, physical training programs, tactical training setups, and modern simulation-based learning tools designed to boost operational readiness. He conveyed his appreciation for the Academy’s pioneering efforts to incorporate advancing military technologies and realistic battlefield scenarios into its training syllabus.
Lt Gen Sengupta recognized the Academy’s enduring legacy of discipline, physical fitness, and military ethos, noting that it remains a vital component of the Indian Army’s leadership pipeline. The institution consistently produces officers who are well-prepared to lead in a variety of operational terrains and challenges.
This visit holds particular significance as it occurs just ahead of the Passing Out Parade (POP) for the Autumn Term of 2025. As the Gentlemen Cadets gear up for their transition to commissioned officers, Lt Gen Sengupta’s interactions and insights have served as a morale booster for both the faculty and the cadets, reinforcing the critical importance of striving for excellence in every facet of military training.
