Indian-origin Kamalpreet Singh, originally from Kapurthala in Punjab,, has been proudly commissioned as a Flying Officer (Aeronautical Engineer) in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
A former student of Kendriya Vidyalaya and Army Public Schools in Kapurthala, Kamalpreet earned his engineering degree from DAV Institute of Engineering and Technology (DAVIET) in Jalandhar. Before migrating to Australia in 2017 on a work permit, he worked at the Goindwal Power Plant in Punjab.
After over seven years working as an engineer in Australia, Kamalpreet attained permanent residency and Australian citizenship about two years ago. Recently, he successfully completed the challenging Initial Officer Course at the Officer Training School in Sale, Victoria, securing his commission as an officer in the Australian Air Force.
Kamalpreet’s father, Sewa Singh, an ex-serviceman and resident of Shaheed Baba Deep Singh Nagar in Kapurthala, said his son had aspired to join the military from childhood.
The military legacy runs deep in Kamalpreet’s family, with both his father and great-grandfather having served in the Indian Army. His elder brother, Sarabjit Singh, has been serving in the New South Wales Police Force for the past decade.
Kamalpreet’s commissioning has been widely celebrated in Kapurthala, with residents expressing pride in his achievement. His journey also highlights the growing recognition of Indian-origin professionals in global defence services, especially in roles demanding high technical skill and leadership.
As Kamalpreet begins his career with the RAAF, he represents not only his family and city but also the broader Indian community in Australia, continuing a legacy of service across generations.
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