Mohan Subramanian

Mohan Subramanian is a senior officer of the Indian Army, with a military career since 1986. He was appointed Force Commander of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) on 5 July 2022. He previously served as Commandant of the Defence Services Staff College and held operational and staff appointments in India and on United Nations missions.

Early life and education Subramanian attended Sainik School, Amaravathinagar and later graduated from the National Defence Academy and the Indian Military Academy.

He served as General Officer Commanding of the Military Region (Operational and Logistic Readiness Zone) in Central India,

On 5 July 2022, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres appointed Subramanian as Force Commander of UNMISS, succeeding Lieutenant General Shailesh Tinaikar.

Honours and decorations Subramanian has been awarded the Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Sena Medal, and Vishisht Seva Medal.