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On 18/10/2025, Lt Gen Michael AJ Fernandez, AVSM, VSM, Commandant, Officers Training Academy, Chennai extended a special invitation to the outgoing Executive Committee (EC) members of the OTA Alumni Association (OTAAA), Brig APS Pakianathan,VSM** (SS 22) and Maj Madhan Kumar (SS 77), for a high tea at Rezengla, OTA. This gesture was in recognition of their dedicated and honorary service rendered to the OTA Alumni Association.
During the event, Brig A, the Vice President of OTAAA, addressed the gathering. He highlighted the significant efforts made by Brig Pakianathan in ensuring the continued operation of the OTAAA website, especially persevering through challenges such as the website being hacked on at least two occasions. He also recounted how Brig Pakianathan effectively coordinated with Brig Sampath,the outgoing Secretary helping to build this unique organisation from the ground up. Additionally, he expressed gratitude to Maj Madhan Kumar, who was present at the ceremony but had to leave early due to a prior commitment.
In his address, the Commandant lavished praise on both Brig Pakianathan and Brig K Sampath, referring to them as pillars of the OTAAA. He stressed the importance of maintaining a strong connection with the Alma Mater, underscoring their contributions to fostering this bond for over a period of 12 plus years.
The Commandant had earlier visited the outgoing Secretary, Brig K Sampath at his residence since he was unable attend the event due to his health condition and thanked him on behalf of the alumni.
The high tea was attended by all OTA Alumni currently posted at OTA, along with the Principal Staff Officers (PSOs) and the present Executive Committee members, making it a fitting tribute to the outgoing office bearers.
