Who is Lt Gen Sushil Chander Mahant? Army officer takes charge as Director General of Integrated Training

Lieutenant General Sushil Chander Mahant has recently taken on the role of Director General of Integrated Training (DGIT) for the Indian Army, assuming the position at the integrated headquarters of the Ministry of Defence in New Delhi on November 1. With over 35 years of military experience, Mahant brings expertise in logistics, ordnance services, strategic planning, and operational preparedness to his new role.

As the first alumnus of Sainik School, Sujanpur Tira in Himachal Pradesh to reach the rank of Lieutenant General, his appointment marks a significant milestone for the region. Hailing from Katrain village in Kullu district, Mahant completed his early education at Government High School in Katrain before enrolling at Sainik School, Sujanpur Tira.

He joined the National Defence Academy in 1988 and was commissioned into the Indian Army in 1991. Mahant has held various command and staff positions throughout his career, mainly in logistics and ordnance services, including serving as the Commanding Officer of the 11 Field Ordnance Depot and as Brigadier Ordnance with a Strike Corps.

Upon assuming his new position as DGIT, Mahant will oversee crucial aspects of the Indian Army's training framework, with a focus on improving training standards, strengthening institutional capabilities, enhancing physical fitness, and promoting excellence in sports.