Secunderabad, November 1, 2026: Lieutenant General IS Rathore assumed charge as the 43rd Commandant of the Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME), Secunderabad, with effect from November 1, 2026.
An alumnus of the prestigious Indian Military Academy (IMA), Lt Gen Rathore brings extensive operational, technical and professional experience to his new appointment. His leadership and expertise are expected to contribute significantly to the institution’s continued focus on military training, technological advancement and professional excellence.
The Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering, located in Secunderabad, Telangana, is one of the Indian Army’s premier technical training institutions. It plays a crucial role in developing the technical expertise of personnel of the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME), with particular emphasis on the maintenance, repair and management of sophisticated military equipment and systems.
Lt Gen Rathore’s appointment comes at a time when the Indian Army is increasingly focusing on technological modernisation, indigenous defence capabilities and the integration of advanced technologies into military operations. His operational and technical background is expected to support MCEME’s efforts to strengthen training standards and prepare personnel for evolving technological challenges.
On the personal front, Lt Gen Rathore is married to Mrs Seema Rathore, an educationist. The couple has two children. Their son is serving as an officer in the Indian Army, while their daughter, who is married to an Indian Army officer, is pursuing a career in sports nutrition.
Welcoming the General Officer, MCEME expressed confidence in his leadership and looked forward to further strengthening the institution’s commitment to professional excellence, innovation and technological advancement.
As the 43rd Commandant, Lt Gen Rathore will lead the institution in its mission to develop technically proficient military professionals capable of supporting the Indian Army’s operational readiness and modernisation objectives.
