The Infantry School, Mhow, witnessed the successful completion of the Young Officers’ Course on 15 November 2025, marking a significant milestone for Infantry Officers from India and six Friendly Foreign Countries — Bhutan, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe. A total of 46 foreign officers trained alongside their Indian counterparts, reflecting the strong bonds of military cooperation and shared professional values among participating nations.
Designed to impart comprehensive training on Platoon- and Company-level Weapons and Tactics, the course equips young officers with the skills, confidence and leadership proficiency required to operate effectively in diverse operational environments. Through rigorous field exercises, tactical drills, weapon-handling sessions and simulation-based learning, the trainees were exposed to the full spectrum of infantry operations.
Lt Arjun Singh Bhist was adjudged the Overall Best Student of the course for his outstanding performance, professional competence and exemplary leadership qualities. Among the officers from Friendly Foreign Countries, Lt Karma Phuntsho of Bhutan excelled across all key parameters and was awarded Best in Platoon Weapon, Support Weapon and Tactics, earning high praise from instructors and fellow participants alike.
The award winners were felicitated by Maj Gen Gautam Chauhan, VSM, Officiating Commandant of The Infantry School, who commended the young officers for their dedication, hard work and commitment to upholding the rich traditions of the infantry. He encouraged them to carry forward the lessons learnt and apply their skills with confidence and responsibility in operational roles.
The successful conduct of the course reinforces The Infantry School’s role as a premier training institution, shaping capable, disciplined and future-ready infantry leaders for India and partner nations.
