Army Salutes Retiring Senior Officers; Transition to Nation-Building Roles

Jan 6, 2026 - 11:50
Army Salutes Retiring Senior Officers; Transition to Nation-Building Roles

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi commended multiple retiring officers for their service, noting their transition to nation-building roles. This affects mid-to-senior levels.

Retired officers are expected to contribute to defense education and policy think tanks.  The army emphasizes continuity and knowledge transfer to junior officers. Superannuation includes officers with operational, logistics, and intelligence expertise. COAS stressed their role in mentoring future leaders of the armed forces.