Military History
Colonel Varun Wadhwa
Indian Army Veteran
Greater Noida
Summary
An experienced skilled leader who aspires for senior leadership role requiring conceptual ability, empathy and dynamism. Trained in strategic leadership who has expertise in team building and implementation of challenging tasks. Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 26 years of expertise in operations, planning, logistics and HRM for the Indian Army both in India as well as abroad. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Logistics Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ INFANTRY SCHOOL
01.2021
- Responsible for logistics planning and execution in premier Training Establishment of Indian Army with over 1200 trainees and 1000 training and support staff
- Conceived and executed several projects prominent amongst being construction of special accommodation for trainees, construction of entire infrastructure for International Army Games in one financial year & construction of Central Logistics Warehouse
- Efficient management of public procurement by employing life cycle concept from RFP to disposal stage.
HRM Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ STRIKE CORPS
01.2018
- HRM in premier Strike Formation of Indian Army handling HR issues of over 50,000 personnel.
- Successfully handled various short and long term welfare projects related to serving personnel as well as ESM community spread over seven states in North India.
- Successfully developed and executed strategy for response to COVID -19 for over 50,000 personnel.
- Responsible for financial planning fund management.
Commanding Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ PROVOST BATTALION
01.2017
- Trained and led a provost battalion responsible for policing and investigation duties spread over a geographic area of two states
- Honed the unit into a cohesive force which was operationally and administratively adjudged 'Best Provost Unit" of Indian Army by Adjutant General of Indian Army.
Commanding Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ COUNTER TERRORIST BATTALION
01.2015
- Trained and led a specialist counter terrorist battalion along Line of Control in J&K with distinction resulting in significant contribution towards the Govt peace initiatives
- Re-organised training of the unit to enable it to take on conventional role in case of outbreak of hostilities
- Significant infrastructure improvement along Anti Infiltration Obstacle System over 30 Km making it virtually impregnable and affording 100% protection to troops against hostile enemy artillery fire
- Handpicked as Program Manager for re-balancing power load on Anti Infiltration Obstacle System spread over 120 km in J&K
- Conduct of numerous successful people friendly initiatives aimed at 'Winning Hearts and Minds'
- Considered by peers and superiors alike to be a 'Force to Reckon With' in the entire formation.
Brigade Logistics Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ INFANTRY BRIGADE
01.2013
- Project Management, Resource Allocation, Supply Chain Management for over 3000 personnel for operations in enemy territory
Divisional Planning Officer
UNITED NATIONS
01.2011
- Specially selected to formulate and implement strategic plans in first ever multilateral Divisional HQ in UN Mission in Congo
- Had unique experience of working in multinational environment with officers from over 40 countries with own immediate superior being a Pakistani Officer
Company Commander
INDIAN ARMY/ INFANTRY AND COUNTER TERRORIST BATTALION(S)
01.2006
- Team Building, HRM of 120 personnel, Prioritising Resource Allocation, Program Implementation, Conduct of intense counter terrorist operations in hostile terrain of North Kashmir and along Line of Control
Intelligence Staff Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ MOUNTAIN BRIGADE
01.2005
- Intelligence collection, collation and dissemination, maintenance of operational funds
- Assumed duties of Brigade Operational Staff Officer for six months in absence of permanent incumbent
Education
BA -
OSMANIA UNIVERSITY
Hyderabad, India 08.1993 - 08.1999
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strategic Planning
Recruitment
Procurement Planning and Provisioning
Written Communication
Problem-Solving
Resource Planning
Organizational Skills
Problem-solving aptitude
Workforce Management
Active Listening
Decision-Making
Interpersonal Skills
Team building
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
1999 Quarter Master Course (Supply Chain Lgs, College of Materials Mgt, Jabalpur)
Awards
2008 GOC-in-C Commendation for Internal Security Duties
References
References available on request
Interests
Pesonality Development
Physical Fitness
Timeline
Logistics Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ INFANTRY SCHOOL
01.2021
HRM Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ STRIKE CORPS
01.2018
Commanding Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ PROVOST BATTALION
01.2017
Commanding Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ COUNTER TERRORIST BATTALION
01.2015
Brigade Logistics Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ INFANTRY BRIGADE
01.2013
Divisional Planning Officer
UNITED NATIONS
01.2011
Company Commander
INDIAN ARMY/ INFANTRY AND COUNTER TERRORIST BATTALION(S)
01.2006
Intelligence Staff Officer
INDIAN ARMY/ MOUNTAIN BRIGADE
01.2005
BA -
OSMANIA UNIVERSITY
08.1993 - 08.1999