Colonel Yogesh Grotra (Retd.)

Strategic Leader | Institution Builder | Champion of Value-Based Education

Colonel Yogesh Grotra (Retd.) is a distinguished leader with a legacy of excellence spanning over three decades. With 27 years of decorated service in the Indian Army and extensive leadership experience in the education sector, he brings a powerful blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and people-centric leadership.

Renowned for his disciplined approach and clarity of purpose, he has played a pivotal role in building strong, future-ready institutions rooted in values, innovation, and integrity.

Commissioned into the Corps of Signals in 1991, Colonel Grotra held several key command, instructional, and administrative appointments throughout his military career.

  • Director of Personnel, Army Headquarters
    Led large-scale human resource management and policy initiatives for a vast workforce.
  • Colonel Administration & Colonel Instructor
    Military College of Telecommunication Engineering, Mhow
    Guided training, administration, and academic excellence.
  • International Experience
    • United Nations Military Observer – Sudan
    • Representative of Ministry of Defence at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Geneva

His exceptional service has been recognized with prestigious honours, including:
🏅 Army Commander’s Commendation
🏅 United Nations Distinguished Service Medal

After retiring from the Army, Colonel Grotra seamlessly transitioned into education leadership, applying his strategic acumen to strengthen institutional systems and elevate standards.

As Director, Salwan Public School – Trans Delhi Signature City, Ghaziabad (since May 2025), he is driving:

  • Administrative excellence and governance reforms
  • Infrastructure modernization
  • Enhanced safety and operational systems
  • A progressive and nurturing learning environment

An alumnus of the University of Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru University, Colonel Grotra is a passionate advocate of value-based education. He remains committed to nurturing institutions that empower learners to become confident, responsible, and empathetic global citizens.

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