S. Neelakantan

S. Neelakantan is an Indian air force officer and HR Head of Indian Air Force. In December 1977, he was commissioned as a fighter pilot in the Indian Air Force. He is an alumnus of National Defence Academy and Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. He received Yudh Seva Medal and Vayu Sena Medal. He was Director General of Inspection & Safety.

Personal
He is married to Uma Neelakantan. Together they have a daughter and a son. He is an active sportsman who plays golf, cricket and badminton. He is a qualified open water scuba diver. His hobbies include cooking, reading and travel.