**Summary of Defence Secretary’s Visit to DSSC Wellington**
On April 10, 2026, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh attended the convocation ceremony of the 81st Staff Course at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington, Tamil Nadu. During the visit, the Defence Secretary interacted with student officers and congratulated them on completing the prestigious course, specifically noting the participation of 44 foreign officers from friendly nations.
The Defence Secretary emphasized the DSSC’s critical role in shaping future senior military leadership and promoting "jointness" and synergy among the Indian Defence Forces. He highlighted the institution's contribution to fostering international cooperation and strengthening diplomatic military relationships. The ceremony was attended by Defence Attaches from several friendly countries.
**Key Data and Institutional Metrics:**
* **Event:** Convocation ceremony of the 81st Staff Course.
* **Date of Event:** April 10, 2026.
* **Location:** Wellington, Tamil Nadu.
* **Establishment of DSSC:** 1948.
* **Institutional Scope:** Premier Tri-service training institution for mid-level officers from India and friendly foreign countries.
* **Historical Training Metrics:** Over 19,500 Indian officers and more than 2,000 international officers have been trained at DSSC to date.
* **Current Course Participants:** Included 44 foreign participants among the student officers.
**Official Metadata:**
* **Posted By:** PIB Delhi on April 10, 2026, at 5:58 PM.
* **Release ID:** 2250886.
* **Visitor Counter:** 1000.
Key Entities Referenced
Defence Services Staff College (DSSC): A premier tri-service training institution in India that provides professional education to mid-level officers from the Indian Defence Forces and friendly foreign countries.
Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh: The Defence Secretary of India who officiated the convocation ceremony and emphasized the institution's role in promoting synergy among defence forces.
81st Staff Course: The specific educational program at DSSC that recently concluded, involving Indian officers and international participants from friendly countries.
Ministry of Defence: The primary government department responsible for the oversight of the Defence Services Staff College and the national security visit.
Wellington, Tamil Nadu: The central location of the Defence Services Staff College where the convocation and military training initiatives are conducted.
Ministry of Defence
Defence Secretary visits Defence Services Staff
College, Wellington for convocation ceremony of
81st Staff Course
“DSSC is playing a vital role in shaping future senior military
leadership & promoting jointness among defence forces”
Posted On: 10 APR 2026 5:58PM by PIB Delhi
Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh visited the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) at
Wellington, Tamil Nadu for the convocation ceremony of the 81st Staff Course on April 10, 2026. He
interacted with the student officers, including 44 foreign participants, and congratulated them on the
successful completion of the prestigious Staff Course, acknowledging their dedication and hard work.
The Defence Secretary praised the contribution of the officers towards strengthening cooperation and
fostering strong relationships between their respective countries & India, and wished them a successful
future ahead. He highlighted DSSC’s vital role in shaping future senior leadership of the Defence Forces,
commending the training conducted at the College, with particular appreciation for initiatives promoting
synergy and jointness among officers of the Indian Defence Forces. The convocation ceremony was
attended by the Defence Attaches of a number of friendly countries.
Established in 1948, DSSC is a premier Tri-service training institution that provides professional
education to selected mid-level officers of the Indian Defence Forces as well as from friendly countries.
The institution aims to enhance their capabilities for higher responsibilities. Over the years, more than
2,000 international officers and 19,500 Indian officers have trained at DSSC, many of whom have gone on
to hold key leadership positions in governments and militaries worldwide.****
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