27th Infantry Division (India)
| 27th Indian Infantry Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1963–present |
| Country | India |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch | Indian Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Division |
| Part of | XXXIII Corps |
| Garrison/HQ | Kalimpong |
| Nickname(s) | "The Striking Lion Division" |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Major General KS Dhatwal[1] |
The 27th Infantry Division is a formation of the Indian Army headquartered in Kalimpong. It is a part of the Trishakti Corps.[2] The division was converted to a mountain division in 1963 following the war with China in 1962.
Formation Sign
The Formation Sign of the division includes a black background, as other infantry divisions of the Indian Army, with a golden lion, representing the vahana of the Hindu goddess Durga, a symbol of power and valour.[3]