Gen Dwivedi visits Southern Command HQ, reviews operational preparedness

“The Army chief expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the innovators, researchers and industry partners involved in the projects. He commended the forward-thinking approach to developing solutions that address contemporary military challenges and emphasised the critical role that innovations play in maintaining the Army’s strategic edge. The Army chief also highlighted that such initiatives are vital for sustaining the Army’s operational readiness, ensuring it remains agile and equipped to meet future challenges in an ever-evolving security landscape,” the release added.

During the visit, the COAS felicitated two veterans with the Veteran Achievers Award for their exceptional post-retirement contributions. Those felicitated included Colonel Shashikant G Dalvi (retd), who has dedicated his post-retirement life to water conservation and environmental sustainability. Through his organisation PARJANYA, he has implemented over 650 rainwater harvesting projects, reducing annual carbon dioxide emissions by 9,360 tonnes and helping villages and urban areas achieve water self-sufficiency.

The Army chief also felicitated Subedar Clerk Suneeth S, who has been instrumental in advancing the welfare of veterans, veer naris and widows through his close association with the Army Veterans Node, Southern Command, following his retirement.