VPS Kaushik
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V. P. S. Kaushik | |
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| Allegiance | India |
| Branch | Indian Army |
| Service years | June 1988–present |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Service number | IC-47603F |
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Lieutenant General V. P. S. Kaushik is a senior officer of the Indian Army, serving as the Adjutant General.[1]
Kaushik attended St. Paul’s School, Lucknow, followed by the National Defence Academy and the Indian Military Academy.[2]
Military career
Kaushik was commissioned into the 3 Kumaon in June 1988.[2]
He has extensive operational experience in the Northeast India region with postings in Nagaland, Manipur, Shillong and Assam, and has served with the Assam Rifles in that theatre.[3]
On 20 March 2020, as a Major General, he assumed charge as the Inspector General, Assam Rifles (North).[3]
Upon promotion to Lieutenant General, he commanded the Trishakti Corps before being appointed Adjutant General at Army Headquarters on 3 August 2024.[1]
Honours and decorations
Government records list Kaushik as a recipient of the Uttam Yudh Seva Medal, Yudh Seva Medal, and Sena Medal.[4][5]
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