Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC), conducted a significant visit to the Junior Leaders Wing (JL Wing) in Belagavi on January 6, 2026. His visit aimed to assess training standards, instructional initiatives, and infrastructure development within this esteemed educational institution.
Upon his arrival, Lt Gen Sharma received a comprehensive briefing from Major General Rakesh Manocha, the Commander of the Junior Leaders Wing. The briefing focused on various training initiatives designed for the esteemed Commando Course and the Platoon Commander Course, which are crucial in preparing junior leaders to effectively guide troops in complex and high-intensity operational environments.
During the visit, Lt Gen Sharma engaged directly with trainees and staff members, addressing all ranks present at the JL Wing. He praised them for their exceptional professional ethos, unwavering discipline, and commitment to excellence in their training and responsibilities. He emphasized the importance of continuously evolving training philosophies to align with the rapidly changing dynamics of modern warfare.
In his address, the Army Commander drew valuable lessons from contemporary conflicts, underlining the significance of quick decision-making, adaptability, and the rapid incorporation of new technologies in achieving battlefield success. He encouraged junior leaders to develop innovative thinking, maintain battlefield awareness, and enhance their proficiency with emerging technologies, stating that these qualities would be vital for success in future engagements.
Furthermore, Lt Gen Sharma toured both the Platoon Commanders Wing and the Commando Wing, where he received detailed insights into current and future training programs, as well as updates on ongoing and planned enhancements to administrative and training infrastructures at these locations.
This visit served to reinforce ARTRAC’s commitment to strengthening leadership development, modernizing training institutions, and ensuring that junior leaders are well-equipped, agile, and prepared to meet the challenges of contemporary and future battlefields. The focus remains on fostering leaders who can navigate the complexities of modern military operations with confidence and proficiency.
