Lt Gen Sandeep Jain Takes Helm as General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Command

PUNE, April 1, 2026 — Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain, AVSM, SM, officially took over the prestigious appointment of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Southern Command today.

Marking the commencement of his leadership, the General Officer visited the Southern Command War Memorial at Pune Military Station to conduct a solemn wreath-laying ceremony.

In a poignant tribute to the nation’s “Bravehearts,” he honored the memory of fallen soldiers who served with distinction.

Following the memorial service, Lt Gen Jain reviewed a ceremonial Guard of Honour, signifying his formal assumption of command over the Indian Army’s oldest and largest geographical formation.

A highly decorated officer with extensive operational experience, his appointment comes at a crucial time for the command’s strategic initiatives.

The General Officer’s arrival at the Pune-based headquarters reinforces the Southern Command’s continued focus on operational excellence, regional security, and the welfare of its personnel across the vast southern theater.