Lieutenant General VMB Krishnan, PVSM, AVSM, YSM has assumed the appointment of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Eastern Command.
Distinguished Military Career
Commissioned into the Indian Army on June 11, 1988, Lt Gen Krishnan brings nearly four decades of diverse operational, staff, and instructional experience.
His key command appointments include:
Commander of the elite Brahmastra Corps
Infantry Battalion and Infantry Brigade in Siachen (super high-altitude terrain)
General Officer Commanding of an Infantry Division
Strategic and Institutional Roles
Lt Gen Krishnan has held several critical staff and diplomatic roles:
- Director General Information Technology at Integrated Headquarters of MoD (Army)
- Defence Attaché at the High Commission of India, London
- Quarter Master General at Army Headquarters
As Quarter Master General, he led key reforms in: Operational sustenance and combat readiness, supply chain management and infrastructure development.
Training and Regimental Roles
- Colonel of The Dogra Regiment and Dogra Scouts
- Former Commandant of the Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School, where he set high standards in specialised training and doctrine
Ceremonial Assumption and Vision
On assuming command, Lt Gen Krishnan:
- Paid tribute to fallen soldiers
- Called upon all ranks to maintain the highest standards of operational preparedness
He emphasised:
- Strengthening jointness among forces
- Accelerating technology integration
- Enhancing coordination with stakeholders to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern theatre
Conclusion
Lt Gen VMB Krishnan’s appointment marks a significant leadership transition, with his vast experience expected to further strengthen operational readiness and strategic effectiveness in one of India’s most critical operational commands.
