2 June 2025: PIB Summary For UPSC

1. Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana Takes Over as Commander-in-Chief of Andaman & Nicobar Command

(Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 2, 2025)

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Background of ANC:

• The Andaman & Nicobar Command, based at Sri Vijaya Puram, integrates the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

• It plays a pivotal role in safeguarding India’s interests in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region.

Profile of Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana:

• Commissioned into the 10th Battalion of The Garhwal Rifles on December 19, 1987.

• Alumnus of National Defence Academy, Defence Services Staff College, National Defence College (New Delhi), Centre for National Defence Studies (Madrid), and National Defense University (USA).

• Holds a Ph.D. in China’s defence modernization.

Career Highlights:

• Over 37 years of service with diverse operational, instructional, and staff appointments.

• Commanded an Infantry Brigade and Division in the Eastern Sector and led the Gajraj Corps along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

• Served with the Indian Military Training Team and the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.

• Held instructional roles at the Indian Military Academy, College of Defence Management, and Army War College.

• Prior to this appointment, served as Director General, Defence Intelligence Agency, becoming the first Chief of Defence Intelligence to be elevated to the rank of Commander-in-Chief.

Awards and Honors:

• Recipient of Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Yudh Seva Medal (YSM), Sena Medal (SM), and Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card.

• Awarded the Sena Medal and COAS Commendation for gallantry in Kashmir as a young officer.

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