LIEUTENANT COLONEL KARTIK SOOD
VICE PRINCIPAL
Lt Col Kartik Sood was commissioned into the Army Educational Corps of the Indian Army on 09 June 2007 from the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. A dedicated and dynamic officer, he has served in various operational, instructional, and staff appointments over the course of his career.
He hailed from a humble family background based at Hoshiarpur, Punjab. He completed his initial studies from Hoshiarpur and higher studies from Jalandhar. He holds a Masters in Science degree in the subject of physics with specialisation in nuclear physics. He also holds Bachelor of Education degree.
Over the years, Lt Col Kartik Sood has completed several prestigious military courses to enhance his professional competence. Which includes, Young Officers Course (AEC), Junior Command Course, Information Warfare Course, Junior Officer Course (AEC), Intermediate Meteorologic Training Course.
Lt Col Kartik Sood have also undergone Vietnamese Intermediate language course for a duration of two years conducted at Military Sciences Academy Hanoi, Vietnam and has performed the duties of Vietnamese interpreter during many foreign delegation visits and joint military exercises.
During his service, the officer gained vivid and rich experience while serving in various formations and HQs. He performed the duties of platoon commander and company commander in 18 KUMAON in high altitude and counter insurgency affected area, education officer in 25 Infantry Brigade, Language course in Vietnamese in Vietnam, Data evaluator and translator in 1 Signal Group, Instructor at Officer Training Academy Gaya, Staff Officer (Edn) at 41 Arty Division, Administrative Officer at Rashtriya Military School Chail, Staff Officer (Edn) at 24 RAPID, Met Officer at Mountain MET Center Sasoma in Siachen, Instructor at Indian Military Academy and Vice Principal (Officiating Principal) at Sainik School Chhingchhip
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Lt Col Kartik Sood enjoys running, trekking, games like basketball, badminton, volleyball, playing flute and yoga.
With a distinguished service record spanning over 17 years, Lt Col Kartik Sood continues to serve with dedication and professionalism. His contributions in operational and instructional roles have significantly impacted the organisation. He remains committed to upholding the values of duty, honor, and country by following “Chetwode Credo”, which says
"The safety, honour and welfare of your country come first, always and every time"
"The honour, welfare and comfort of the men you command come next"
"Your own ease, comfort and safety come last, always and every time"
