Tag Archives: Shortage of officers

A Study in Futility?

Posted on September 26, 2012 by sword

As per a recent news report, the Chief has ordered a study to look at increasing the availability of officers in units. With shortage of officers reaching alarming levels of almost one fifth of the sanctioned strength, the concern and … Continue reading →

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Deja Vu

Posted on February 28, 2011 by sword

People are leaving – whether it’s the US Army or Indian – they are finding greener pastures. Is this a new phenomenon? Not according to Norman Dixon. Continue reading →

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Challenges Before the New Army Chief

Posted on April 2, 2010 by sword

Some facets other than modernisation that are vie for urgent attention of the new army chief. Continue reading →

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