Chandigarh, Nov. 1 -- Major General Jagdeep Singh Cheema, the additional director general of NCC Directorate for Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh (PHHP&C), handed over the charge to Major General Bharat Mehtani on Friday, following his retirement after 37 years of service. Maj Gen Bharat Mehtani, the new additional director general (ADG), brings extensive experience to his new role, having commanded an Infantry Brigade and Division in the Western Sector, and served in various capacities. He was awarded the GOC-in-Chief, Western Command Commendation Card for his distinguished service. Maj Gen Cheema, an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakvasla, has had a distinguished military career, including tenures as Defence Attache in the High Commission of India in Bangladesh and service in a UN Mission. He has also been Colonel Commandant, Regiment of Artillery (Group-IV) since August 1, 2024. The outgoing and incoming officers exchanged the traditional baton and warm greetings, marking a smooth transition....