Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

General NS Raja Subramani assumed charge as India's Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) on 31 May 2026, succeeding General Anil Chauhan. As the country's highest-ranking military officer, the CDS serves as the principal military adviser to the Government of India and plays a crucial role in enhancing coordination among the Army, Navy, and Air Force. With more than four decades of military experience, General Subramani has held several important positions, including Vice Chief of Army Staff, Military Advisor at the National Security Council Secretariat, and General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Central Command. His appointment is expected to further strengthen defence reforms, military modernisation, and tri-services integration in India.