Lt Gen Adosh Kumar, Director General of Artillery, recently visited the Artillery Centre in Nashik, the largest artillery training facility in Asia. During his visit, he reviewed the training programs and infrastructure enhancements at the Centre, praising the well-structured training standards and efficient administration.
Established in 1947 following the partition of India, the Nashik Artillery Centre was relocated from Pakistan and has since developed into a pivotal institution for artillery training in the Indian Army. The Centre is renowned for its comprehensive training modules, including those on advanced artillery systems like the Bofors gun.
The facility not only trains Indian Army officers and soldiers but also houses the Regiment of Artillery Museum, which showcases the rich history and evolution of the Army’s artillery branch. This includes an extensive display of artillery equipment and memorabilia that highlights the significant role of artillery in India’s military history.
The Artillery Centre in Nashik, along with its counterpart in Golconda, Hyderabad, represents the core of artillery training within the Indian Army. The Nashik facility’s proximity to additional military institutions like the Deolali Cantonment Board and the Combat Army Aviation Training School (CAATS) further establishes the region as a crucial hub for military training and education in India.
Lt Gen Adosh Kumar’s visit underscores the ongoing commitment of the Indian Army to maintaining high standards of training and readiness, ensuring that its artillery units are well-prepared to meet modern-day challenges.
