Lt Gen Michael AJ Fernandez Takes Command at Chennai's OTA

Lieutenant General Michael AJ Fernandez has assumed the role of Commandant at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai, following a distinguished career that includes significant staff and command positions. He succeeds Lt Gen Sanjeev Chauhan and brings extensive experience from various national and international assignments.

In a significant military appointment, Lieutenant General Michael AJ Fernandez has taken charge as the new commandant of the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai on Saturday. He succeeds Lt Gen Sanjeev Chauhan, who is now posted in Delhi.

Lt Gen Fernandez arrives with a stellar career background, having notably served as the Director General-Staff Duties at the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence. His rich experience includes instructional, staff, and command roles at various levels.

According to a Defence release, Lt Gen Fernandez's distinguished staff appointments comprise roles such as Brigade Major in a high-altitude operational Brigade, Engineer Staff Officer at the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Lebanon (UNFIL), and Colonel General Staff of an Infantry Division, among others. As the 29th Commandant of OTA Chennai, he is also recognized for his sportsmanship, avid reading, and musical skills.

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