Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command, conducted the annual inspection of the Headquarters Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Goa (MG&G) Area in Mumbai on February 19, 2025.
The visit aimed to assess the formation’s operational and logistical readiness, reaffirming the Indian Army’s commitment to maintaining top-tier security standards amid evolving regional challenges.
During the inspection, Lt. Gen. Seth received detailed briefings on various operational aspects, including security measures, joint training initiatives with sister services and foreign armies, innovative practices, logistics, and ongoing infrastructure developments.
The focus on joint training highlights the Army’s efforts to enhance interoperability, particularly in coastal security exercises, which have gained prominence following recent geopolitical tensions in the Indian Ocean region.
A significant highlight of the visit was Lt. Gen. Seth’s dedication of a renovated Married Accommodation Block at Colaba Military Station, improving living conditions for troops stationed in this strategic location near Mumbai’s financial hub. Additionally, he felicitated personnel for their exceptional contributions, motivating all ranks to continue striving for operational excellence.
The inspection underscores the Southern Command’s pivotal role in safeguarding India’s western coast, with the MG&G Area playing a critical role in ensuring readiness against potential threats.
Lt. Gen. Seth, who assumed command in July 2024, brings extensive experience, including previous roles as head of the South Western Command and command of key formations like the XXI Corps and Delhi Area.
