Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Indian Army’s Central Command and Colonel of the Punjab Regiment, visited the Punjab Regiment Centre in Ramgarh to assess the ongoing training, infrastructure, and welfare initiatives for the troops.

The visit, marked by a Special Sainik Sammelan held on April 8, 2025, underscored the Indian Army’s commitment to maintaining high standards of combat preparedness and ensuring the well-being of its soldiers.

During the event, Lt Gen Sengupta emphasized the importance of operational readiness and regimental pride, engaging directly with instructors and young soldiers to reinforce the ethos of professionalism within the Punjab Regiment.

The Punjab Regiment, one of the oldest units of the Indian Army with roots tracing back to 1705, has a storied history of service, including significant contributions to UN peacekeeping missions such as the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), where Lt Gen Sengupta himself commanded an infantry brigade.

The visit featured a series of activities, including a ceremonial guard of honor, a wreath-laying ceremony at a memorial, and a review of training facilities, where soldiers demonstrated their skills at an indoor firing range. Lt Gen Sengupta also interacted with the troops during a community meal, fostering camaraderie and boosting morale among the ranks.

This event aligns with the Indian Army’s broader focus in 2025, declared as the “Year of Defence Reforms” by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The reforms aim to modernize the armed forces through jointness, technology integration, and enhanced human resource management, ensuring a future-ready army capable of multi-domain operations.

The Punjab Regiment Centre’s efforts in upgrading training infrastructure and prioritizing troop welfare reflect these transformative goals, contributing to the Army’s vision of operational excellence and soldier well-being.