Air Commodore Sudhir Kumar Srivastava (10035) Accounts has been the Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Central Accounts Office from 01 Apr 97. Commissioned in December 1965, the officer has served with distinction in a number of field and staff appointments including a deputation to the Min of Finance in 1989.

For his achievements and meritorious service, the Air Officer was commended by AOA in 1971, AOC-in-C, HQ CAC in 1976 and twice by the Chief of the Air Staff in 1981 and 1993.

His methodical approach and professional competence were discerned in his efforts to find lasting and viable solutions to numerous complex problems concerning Public and Non-Public funds both in field formations of HQ WAC and the whole of Air Force.

As a consequence of his relentless efforts, the difficult task of computerisation of 1.7 lac accounts of airmen/NCs (E) and civilians, which at one stage looked almost impossible, was achieved with remarkable speed and accuracy.

He has been instrumental in the upgradation of the old computer system in AFCAO, into a new generation computer system. The new systems had become functional well in time to take on the commitments of the Vth Pay Commission. Under his guidance, History modules have also been developed for approximately 1.8 lacs serving and retired personnel to ensure instant generation of Pay Commission arrears to all personnel.

For his distinguished service of a high order, the President is pleased to award "Vishisht Seva Medal" to Air Commodore Sudhir Kumar Srivastava.