Overview

• Lt Gen S Pattabhiraman, who served as Vice Chief of the Army Staff and led the Western Command, passed away on April 26, 2025, at the age of 78.
• The Indian Army described him as 'a soldier at heart and a leader in spirit,' honoring his enduring legacy.
• He was the first Director General of Information Systems, pioneering the Army's digital infrastructure and modernization efforts.
• Post-retirement, he served on the Armed Forces Tribunal and collaborated with the Management Development Institute, Gurgaon, to prepare senior officers for corporate roles.
• His career also included diplomatic service as Defence Attaché in Ankara, Turkey, and leadership as Colonel Commandant of the Bombay Sappers.