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COAS General Upendra Dwivedi Honors Mohanlal with COAS Commendation Card for Societal Contributions.

Awards | Dated: 10 Oct 2025

In October 2025, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), awarded Malayalam film superstar and Honorary Lieutenant Colonel Mohanlal Viswanathan with the COAS Commendation Card at Army Headquarters, New Delhi. The honor recognized his exceptional societal contributions and sustained support to the Indian Armed Forces.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Mohanlal has been associated with the Indian Army (IA) for 16 years and was conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army in May 2009, reflecting his long-term commitment to the armed forces.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) With a career spanning over four decades, Mohanlal has acted in more than 400 films across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi languages, making him one of India’s most celebrated actors.
  • (ii) He has been honored with prestigious awards including the Padma Shri (2001), Padma Bhushan (2019), and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2025) for his outstanding contributions to the field of arts and cinema.
  • (iii) Mohanlal leads the ViswaSanthi Foundation, which supports initiatives in education, healthcare, skill development, environmental conservation, and welfare projects nationwide, reflecting his commitment to societal development.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who recently presented the COAS Commendation Card to Mohanlal in New Delhi?

Correct Answer: General Upendra Dwivedi

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