General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), is on a three-day visit to Wellington and Secunderabad from 25 to 27 March 2025. His itinerary includes visits to the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) and Madras Regimental Centre in Wellington, as well as the Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) and College of Defence Management (CDM) in Secunderabad.
On 25 March, General Upendra Dwivedi reached DSSC, Wellington. He addressed officers of the 80th Staff Course and faculty at DSSC, Wellington on 26 March, highlighting the evolving security landscape, strategic foresight, and technological advancements shaping the future of the Indian Army. He also reviewed training and administrative facilities at the Madras Regimental Centre, emphasising the integration of technology in training to enhance operational readiness.
Later, General Dwivedi visited MCEME, where he was briefed on skill development initiatives in emerging technologies. He lauded the institution’s efforts in fostering innovation in key areas such as counter-drone systems, robotics, quantum technology, and artificial intelligence. Recognising MCEME’s contributions to self-reliance, he reaffirmed its role in supporting the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
In a prestigious ceremony at Secunderabad Cantonment, the COAS conferred the Veterans Achievers Award on four distinguished veterans—Lt Col Rajiv Sisaudia (Retd), Maj G Shiva Kiran (Retd), Capt Bandi Venu, and Nk Lingala Jagan Reddy (Retd)—for their outstanding contributions to society. He commended their dedication to veteran welfare, environmental sustainability, and social service, stating that their selfless efforts continue to inspire.
On 27 March, General Dwivedi will visit CDM, Secunderabad, where he will address student officers and present the Rolling Trophy before returning to New Delhi.
