Lt Gen Krishna takes over South Western Command

Our Correspondent 

Jaipur, January 25

Lt Gen Abhay Krishna on Wednesday took over the reins of the South Western Command of the Indian Army at a military ceremony held here. 

Lt Gen Krishna paid tributes to the martyrs at the ‘Prerna Sthal’ and later reviewed a guard of honour.

He was commissioned into the Rajputana Rifles in 1980. In a career spanning over 37 years, he has led active combat leadership roles at every stage of command in the Army.

He has a distinct service profile, covering all military theatres of India ranging from counter-insurgency to anti-terrorism operations.

He has commanded troops in high-altitude areas of Ladakh and Sikkim and led mechanised operations in Rajasthan and Punjab.  

Prior to assuming command at Jaipur, the officer was commanding the largest corps of the Army in the north-east, bordering three countries.

On assuming the command, Lt Gen Krishna extended his warmest greetings to all ranks of the ‘Sapta Shakti’ command.

The Lt Gen said that taking over the command was indeed a special honour. He assured continued support to the government and Army’s continuing untiring efforts to ensure the safety and security along the borders.