XV Corps (India)

XV Corps (India)

XV Corps was first established in 1942, as part of the British Indian Army, during World War II. XV Corps (British India) was first formed from Headquarters Assam and Bengal Presidency District HQ on 30 March 1942, to defend Bengal, under the command of Eastern Army. It was disbanded in 1945.

The Corps was reestablished after India gained independence, as part of the Indian Army. It took part in all of the wars against Pakistan. As of 2004, it is based at Srinagar.

It currently consists of:

  • 19th Infantry Division headquartered at Baramulla,
  • 28th Infantry Division headquartered at Gurez
  • Artillery brigade

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