In a ceremony held at the Army Training Command (ARTRAC) headquarters in Shimla, Lt Gen Devendra Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of ARTRAC, awarded the prestigious GOC-in-C Unit Citations to five distinguished military units for their exceptional contributions to training and operational readiness.
The honoured training establishments included the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering (MCTE), Combat Army Aviation Training School (CAATS), and Army Airborne Training School (AATS). These institutions were recognized for their pioneering efforts in shaping the Indian Army’s future through innovative training methods and advanced curriculum development.

Two infantry units, 4 MAHAR (BORDERS) and 118 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) GRENADIERS, also received the citations for their exemplary performance in training standards and operational commitment.

The awards were received by the Commandants, Commanding Officers, and Subedar Majors of the respective units, symbolizing the professionalism and relentless dedication of these teams in strengthening the Army’s training framework.
The GOC-in-C Unit Citations stand as a testament to the Indian Army’s emphasis on excellence, continuous improvement, and preparedness to meet future challenges.