In a significant event for the Indian Army’s commitment to professional training and excellence, Lieutenant General HS Vandra, the Chief of Staff of Headquarters, South Western Command, and Colonel Commandant of the Corps of Signals, visited the 1 Signal Training Centre (STC) in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, under the Surya Command and Madhya Bharat Area.
During his visit, Lt Gen Vandra participated in a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the STC War Memorial, where he paid his respects to the Bravehearts who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. The ceremony underscored the Indian Army’s deep-rooted values of honor, duty, and remembrance, with Lt Gen Vandra leading the homage in a tribute that reflects the Corps’ pride and respect for its fallen soldiers.
After paying his respects, Lt Gen Vandra turned his attention to the comprehensive training being provided to the newly inducted Agniveers at the Centre. The Agniveers, part of the Agnipath recruitment scheme, undergo rigorous training to develop their skills and adaptability to serve effectively in the Army.
Lt Gen Vandra commended the Centre for its well-planned infrastructure and the initiatives taken to impart realistic and practical training to the recruits, designed to prepare them for the dynamic challenges they may face in their service.
He engaged with the trainees, expressing admiration for their enthusiasm and dedication and encouraged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism. His words motivated the Agniveers to strive for excellence in their duties and emphasized the importance of their roles in the Corps of Signals and the Indian Army.