Military Heritage & Values | Lt. Gen. Devendra Pratap Pandey | TEDxKIITUniversity
NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker’s personal views and experiences in the military. We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfLieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey is a decorated veteran of the Indian Army, renowned for his strategic leadership and significant contributions to national security. Commissioned into the 9th Battalion of the Sikh Light Infantry in 1985, he has served with distinction across India's most challenging operational theaters.
His operational commands include the formidable terrains of Siachen, Ladakh, and Kashmir, where he demonstrated exceptional military acumen. As the General Officer Commanding of the Chinar Corps (XV Corps), he spearheaded crucial counter-insurgency operations in the region, showcasing his tactical expertise and leadership under pressure.
An alumnus of both the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Military Academy (IMA), Lt Gen Pandey's illustrious career includes prestigious appointments as Director General of the Territorial Army and Commandant of the Army War College. His exceptional service has been recognized with four distinguished military honors: the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Uttam Yuddh Seva Medal (UYSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM).
Beyond his military achievements, Lt Gen Pandey exemplifies commitment to social welfare and youth empowerment. His humanitarian initiatives include establishing the Parivar School for specially-abled children and organizing the Kashmir Premier League 2021, demonstrating his dedication to inclusive development and community building. His career embodies the highest ideals of military service combined with compassionate leadership for societal progress. Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey is a decorated veteran of the Indian Army, known for his strategic leadership and contributions to national security. Commissioned into the 9th Battalion of the Sikh Light Infantry in 1985, he commanded forces in Siachen, Ladakh, and Kashmir, leading key counter-insurgency operations as the General Officer Commanding of the Chinar Corps (XV Corps).
Lt Gen Pandey, an NDA and IMA alumnus, served as DG of the Territorial Army and Commandant of the Army War College. He earned PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, and VSM. Committed to youth empowerment, he led initiatives like the Parivar School for specially-abled children and the Kashmir Premier League 2021. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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