In June 1947, with the two nations assuming responsibility for their respective areas, it was then that Headquarters Delhi and East Punjab Command was raised for the defence of Delhi and East Punjab areas with the Command Headquarters located at Delhi. The Command accomplished its task with elan and dedication resulting in the saving of thousands of lives.

The formations and units of Western Command have operated in all types of terrain ranging from the chilly heights of Kargil / Drass to the plains of Punjab and the deserts of Rajasthan. The Command follows a rich legacy of valour and courage wherein it participated with distinction in Indo-Pak War 1965, Indo-Pak War 1971, Operation VIJAY and Operation PARAKRAM.

Formations and units have not only distinguished themselves in Counter Insurgency Operations in Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir but have also been instrumental in providing succour to the civilian populace during natural disasters and other calamities. Besides conventional and Counter Insurgency operations, Western Command is involved in training of troops and also training with foreign armies.