LT GEN DHIRAJ SETH RELINQUISHES COMMAND OF SOUTHERN COMMAND AFTER A TRANSFORMATIVE AND OPERATIONALLY FOCUSED TENURE
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM relinquished command of Southern Command on 31 March 2026 after an illustrious tenure marked by operational focus, institutional transformation and a resolute commitment to building a future-ready force. On the occasion, the Army Commander laid a wreath at the Southern Command War Memorial, paying solemn tribute to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the Nation, and thereafter reviewed a Guard of Honour at Headquarters Southern Command.
In his message to all ranks of Southern Command, the Army Commander exhorted all to sustain Southern Command’s operational edge by embracing Tech-Absorption, refining warfighting competencies for Multi- Domain Operations and strengthening the foundations of a Future Ready force.
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth assumes the appointment of the Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS) with effect from 01 April 2026
