Lt Col Pawandeep Singh Bajwa is a seasoned military professional with over 22 years of distinguished service in the Indian Army. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Indian Military Academy (IMA), he brings deep operational, instructional, and leadership experience across diverse military appointments. He is qualified in Long Gunnery and the Staff Course and has served in operational roles with the Rashtriya Rifles (RR). He has also served as an Instructor at the Indian Military Academy, contributing to the training and mentoring of future leaders of the Indian Army. In recognition of his professionalism and commitment to excellence, he has been awarded two General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) Commendation Cards and one Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Commendation Card. A keen sportsman, he has represented Army Air Defence (AAD) in tennis and is an avid golfer. He is also a certified deep-sea diver, reflecting his passion for challenge, discipline, and continuous personal growth.