Lieutenant General Anoop Shinghal, Director General of Recruiting and Colonel Commandant of the Regiment of Artillery, paid a significant visit to the Artillery Centre, Nashik, where he reviewed the latest developments in training methodologies and infrastructure upgrades.
Accompanied by the Commandant of the Centre, Lt Gen Shinghal undertook a comprehensive assessment of the institution’s ongoing efforts to deliver advanced and effective training, particularly for Agniveers under the new recruitment model.
During the visit, the General Officer interacted with instructors and trainees, commending the Centre’s dedication to professional excellence and its evolving approach to prepare soldiers for the modern battlefield.
He took a detailed look at the Helpline for Veterans operating from Artillery Records, which plays a vital role in addressing the concerns of ex-servicemen, and also visited the Kumaramangalam Artillery Museum, which showcases the rich legacy and evolution of the Regiment of Artillery.
Lt Gen Shinghal praised the institution for maintaining the highest standards of training and urged all ranks to continue upholding the Regiment’s proud traditions of discipline, proficiency, and operational readiness. He acknowledged the Centre’s efforts in embracing new technologies and adapting to the changing dynamics of warfare, reinforcing its role as a premier training institution of the Indian Army.
Situated near the historic Pandav Caves and nestled in the foothills of the Sahyadri mountain range, the Artillery Centre Nashik is recognized as the largest artillery training facility in Asia. It holds a place of distinction in India’s military heritage and plays a pivotal role in shaping the operational effectiveness of the Regiment of Artillery.
The Centre was relocated to India during the partition in 1947 and has since remained under military supervision. Over the decades, it has trained more than 270,000 personnel, making immense contributions to India’s defence preparedness and artillery excellence.
The visit of Lt Gen Anoop Shinghal not only highlighted the Centre’s current achievements but also served as a powerful affirmation of its future-oriented vision and enduring legacy in the Indian Army.
