Lt Col Prasenjit Dhar
Indian Army
Guwahati
Summary
Dynamic, results-oriented leader with over 14 years of experience in combat leadership and high-stakes environments, showcasing strong expertise in strategic planning and security management. Proven track record includes successfully leading combat sub-units during critical missions under Operation Meghdoot (2021), Operation Hifazat (2018), and Operation Snow Leopard (2023). Recognized as an experienced motivator and change initiator, skilled in training and guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve organizational objectives. Demonstrated exceptional governance while managing extensive administration, logistics, and supply chain operations in challenging environment including operation Sindoor.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Security, Risk and Crisis Management (14 Years)
INDIAN ARMY
03.2012 - Current
- Led a multi-disciplinary operations team of over 120 personnel across challenging environments (remote, high-altitude, and dense terrain), successfully delivering complex operational objectives recognized by senior leadership.
- Served as Deputy Head of Tactical Operations of over 500 member organization and managing end-to-end operations, optimizing tactical protocol, led to quicker response time by over 25%. including planning, logistics and administration management, and security governance across multiple locations.
- Leaded team of fire safety, physical security architecture, access control, SOP compliance, and incident investigations; strengthened emergency preparedness through standardized procedures and regular crisis simulations achieving 100% incident free performance over 24 months.
- Managed site security, personnel and asset movement security, intelligence coordination, and government liaison; handled classified information and high-risk operations under strict timelines with zero critical security incidents.
- Acted as principal advisor to the Head of Tactical Operations, delivering operational briefings and performance reports; improved operational readiness by over 65% and reduced operation turnaround time by 80% through process optimization, improved planning, and SOP standardization.
Operations & Logistics Manager ( 12 Years)
INDIAN ARMY
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led integrated operations and logistics for Artillery units, managing guns, vehicles, technical equipment, and support assets valued at INR 100 crore; ensured full lifecycle maintenance and spare availability in highly complex, time-sensitive operational environments at both tactical and operational levels, achieving outstanding readiness of over 80% despite challenging terrain and rapid deployments metigating national security threat.
- Planned and executed the complex mobilization of Artillery units over distances of up to 600 km during an intense conflict scenario, achieving 100% incident-free deployment through robust supply-chain orchestration and strategic coordination.
- Oversaw procurement, warehousing, transportation, and inventory control across dispersed locations, achieving a 15% cost reduction through inventory optimization and effective vendor management.
- Designed and enforced situation-based SOPs and training modules, resulting in a 40% improvement in operational response time and effectiveness, enhanced resource management, and a 60% reduction in operational turnaround time through process streamlining and improved movement planning.
Cross-Functional Team Leadership (14 Years)
INDIAN ARMY
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Planned, executed, and monitored unit-wide training programs for over 500 personnel, aligned with tactical and technical requirements in challenging weather and terrain conditions, achieving organizational objectives.
- Designed annual and quarterly training calendars, balancing operational commitments with skill development and compliance needs; coordinated multi-agency and cross-functional training with internal teams and external stakeholders, imbibing high morale and confidence among subordinates in extreme, challenging terrain and operational environments.
- Conducted Training Needs Analysis (TNA) based on operational requirements, performance gaps, inspection feedback, and evolving operational scenarios, achieving standardized SOP-based training modules covering operations, logistics, security, safety, and emergency response by 25%
- Led pre-deployment, refresher, and crisis-response training, ensuring high readiness in zero-failure tolerance environments; mentored officers and junior leaders, building second-line leadership capability and succession readiness.
Education
Business Management Programme -
IIM Kozhikode
07-2025
PG Diploma - Defence Management & Strategic Studies
University of Madras
01.2012
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) -
Bangalore University
01.2009
Skills
Operations & Logistics Management
Administration & Facility Management
Security Operations & Risk Management
Crisis & Emergency Response
Asset & Inventory Management
Compliance, Audits & SOP Governance
Transport, Movement & Warehousing
Manpower Leadership & Capability Building
Certification
Diploma – Junior Level Defence Management
Timeline
Operations & Logistics Manager ( 12 Years)
INDIAN ARMY
01.2018 - 01.2022
Cross-Functional Team Leadership (14 Years)
INDIAN ARMY
01.2016 - 01.2018
Security, Risk and Crisis Management (14 Years)
INDIAN ARMY
03.2012 - Current
Business Management Programme -
IIM Kozhikode
PG Diploma - Defence Management & Strategic Studies
University of Madras
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) -
Bangalore University
LEADERSHIP & WORKING STYLE
Hands-on leader | Process-driven executor | Crisis-tested decision maker | Mentor & capability builder | Compliance-focused professional
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Experience across pan-India and high-risk operational environments.
- Comfortable interfacing with senior leadership and multi-agency stakeholders.
- Strong exposure to vendor management, audits, and compliance-driven operations.