Rear Admiral V Ganapathy, a seasoned officer of the Indian Navy, has taken charge as the new Commandant of the Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Pune. The institute functions under the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff and plays a pivotal role in the technical training of India’s Tri-services personnel.
Bringing with him a wealth of operational experience and strategic acumen, Rear Admiral Ganapathy has held several prominent staff, instructional, and leadership roles across the Navy. His credentials include education from the Defence Services Staff College, the College of Defence Management, and the National Defence College, showcasing a strong academic foundation in defence strategy and administration.
His appointment comes at a crucial juncture, as India’s Armed Forces undergo rapid modernization, greater technological convergence, and deeper inter-service integration. As Commandant of MILIT, Rear Admiral Ganapathy will lead efforts to train mid-career officers from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and partner nations in cutting-edge military technologies and doctrines.
Under his leadership, MILIT is expected to enhance its focus on niche and emerging domains like artificial intelligence, cyber warfare, space technology, and electronic systems—all essential components of modern warfare. His forward-looking vision is set to guide MILIT’s evolution as a premier hub for Tri-service technical education.
The appointment has been welcomed by the defence community, who see it as a boost to jointness and future-ready training within the armed forces.
Source: Press Information Bureau
