Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC), recently visited the Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) in Secunderabad. This visit took place on December 18, 2025, and served as a platform for discussing the college’s pivotal role in shaping the future of the Indian Army.
During his visit, Lt Gen Sharma received a comprehensive briefing on the various training initiatives at MCEME. The focus was on how these initiatives align with the Indian Army’s ongoing efforts toward innovation, indigenisation, and the development of niche technologies. The briefing underscored a commitment to adapt technical training in accordance with emerging operational and technological demands that are crucial for the modernisation of the armed forces.
As part of his tour, General Sharma visited different faculties within MCEME, witnessing firsthand the institution’s commitment to technical advancement. Notably, he inaugurated Rachnalaya, the Indian Army’s inaugural Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence. This cutting-edge facility is designed for both advanced metal and polymer 3D printing, enabling rapid production of essential spare parts for a wide range of Army equipment. The establishment of this centre marks a significant stride towards enhancing equipment sustainment, fostering self-reliance, and improving logistics efficiency within the Army.
During his address, Lt Gen Sharma praised the college’s vital contributions to technical excellence and innovation, emphasizing the importance of such initiatives in bolstering the Indian Army’s capabilities. He also took the opportunity to honor veterans and active personnel, acknowledging their notable contributions and unwavering dedication to enhancing the Army’s technical and training ecosystem.
This visit underscored the Indian Army’s long-term vision of harnessing advanced technology, promoting indigenisation, and fostering a culture of innovation, all of which are crucial to improving operational readiness and sustainment capabilities for the future.
