Ramgarh, Jharkhand, October 15, 2026: Lieutenant General VMB Krishnan, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Indian Army’s Eastern Command, visited Ramgarh Cantonment in Jharkhand and reviewed the ongoing training of Agniveers at the Punjab Regimental Centre.
During his visit, the Army Commander assessed the training activities being conducted at the regimental centre, which plays an important role in preparing newly recruited soldiers for their responsibilities in the Indian Army.
Lt Gen Krishnan appreciated the efforts of the Punjab Regimental Centre in maintaining high standards of training excellence and preparing Agniveers to meet the operational requirements of the force.
The visit highlighted the Indian Army’s continued focus on developing professionally competent, physically fit and disciplined soldiers through structured military training programmes.
The Punjab Regimental Centre at Ramgarh is responsible for imparting foundational military training to recruits, including Agniveers, with an emphasis on physical fitness, discipline, weapon handling, fieldcraft and other essential military skills.
Apart from reviewing the training activities, the Army Commander also appreciated the initiatives undertaken towards the holistic development of Ramgarh Cantonment under the Trinity Area.
The development efforts reflect the Indian Army’s emphasis on strengthening military infrastructure, improving training facilities and maintaining a supportive environment for personnel and their families.
The Agnipath recruitment scheme, introduced in 2022, provides an opportunity for young individuals to serve in the Indian Armed Forces as Agniveers for an initial period of four years. Training establishments such as the Punjab Regimental Centre play a crucial role in transforming these recruits into trained soldiers capable of fulfilling military responsibilities.
Lt Gen Krishnan’s visit reaffirmed the Eastern Command’s commitment to training excellence, infrastructure development and maintaining high standards of professionalism across its establishments.
The interaction also served as recognition of the dedication of instructors and personnel at the Punjab Regimental Centre in preparing the next generation of Indian Army soldiers.
