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“Lt Gen Devendra Sharma {Batch of ’84} takes over as the Chief of Staff of the Indian Army's Western Command”

17 May 2023

Lt Gen Devendra Sharma {Mayoite; Batch of ’84} takes over as the Chief of Staff of the Indian Army's Western Command, on Tuesday, May 16, ’23.

Lt Gen Sharma is an alumnus of Mayo College, Ajmer & National Defence Academy, Pune and Indian Military Academy, Dehradun.

In a remarkable career spanning three decades, he commanded an armoured regiment, brigade, infantry division, and Corps in the Western sector. Honoured with the Sena Medal for Gallantry, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, and UN Force Commander's Commendation, he is now Chief of Staff at Western Command headquarters, leading operational and administrative initiatives.

As the Chief of Staff at the Western Command headquarters, he will be at the forefront of leading and directing numerous operational and administrative initiatives across the expansive Western Zone, showcasing his expertise and strategic acumen.

The entire Mayo fraternity extends its heartfelt applause to him on his new role and extends the warmest wishes for his future responsibilities, confident in his abilities to excel and make a positive impact.

We are confident that his exceptional abilities will enable him to excel in his future responsibilities and make a profound positive impact, further solidifying his reputation as a dynamic leader and continue inspiring younger generations of Mayoites.