Shimla, November 2, 2026: Lieutenant General Ranbir Singh Lamba assumed charge as the Chief of Staff at Headquarters Army Training Command (ARTRAC), Shimla, on November 1, 2026.
To mark the occasion, the General Officer paid solemn tributes to the fallen soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces at Shradhanjali Sthal in Shimla, honouring their supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.
Lt Gen Ranbir Singh Lamba brings extensive operational experience and strategic expertise to his new appointment. Throughout his distinguished military career, he has served in several prestigious command and strategic positions, demonstrating exceptional leadership and professional excellence.
His appointment as Chief of Staff at HQ ARTRAC comes with significant responsibilities in supporting the Indian Army’s training initiatives, professional military education and institutional development.
Headquartered in Shimla, the Army Training Command plays a crucial role in shaping the Indian Army’s training policies, doctrines and professional development programmes to prepare personnel for evolving operational challenges.
