Former Western Command chief dies of COVID in Delhi

Tribune News Service
Chandigarh, May 1

 Former General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, Lt Gen GS Grewal passed away at the Army’s Base Hospital in New Delhi on Saturday. He was 86 and had reportedly contracted COVID-19. 

An Armoured Corps officer, he was commissioned into One Horse (Skinner’s Horse), one of the Army’s oldest cavalry regiment, which he had commanded. He served as the Western Army Commander from July 1, 1990 to July 31, 1992, during which he oversaw Operation Rakshak. the Army’s deployment for counter terrorism in Punjab.

Popularly known as “Goody Grewal” by his contemporaries, he was considered an outstanding commander in Army circles. He is survived by his 35-year old son, Simranjeet Singh. His wife had also passed away on April 13 this year.