Gen. Chauhan wraps up ‘very satisfying’ tenure as CDS; Lt. Gen. Subramani to take charge on May 31
Gen. Anil Chauhan has concluded his tenure as Chief of Defence Staff, describing it as 'very satisfying.' He focused on enhancing synergy among the three military services during his nearly four-year term. Lt. Gen. N.S. Raja Subramani will succeed him as the new Chief of Defence Staff starting May 31, 2026.
- ▪Gen. Anil Chauhan served as Chief of Defence Staff for three years and eight months.
- ▪He emphasized tri-services synergy to improve India's military capabilities.
- ▪Lt. Gen. N.S. Raja Subramani has been appointed as the next Chief of Defence Staff.
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Outgoing Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan on Saturday (May 30, 2026) described his tenure as "very satisfying" as he wrapped up a three-year-and-eight-month stint at the top military post, during which he focused on bringing synergy among the three services.Lt Gen N.S. Raja Subramani (retd) will take charge as India's next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) on Sunday (May 31, 2026). Lieutenant General N.S. Raja Subramani has been appointed as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). | Photo Credit: PTI "I had a very satisfying and excellent tenure," the outgoing CDS told reporters after he was accorded a ceremonial tri-services guard of honour.Gen.
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