Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

General Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as India's 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on July 1, 2026, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi. Upon taking office, he unveiled the "VIJAY" vision, a comprehensive roadmap focused on building a technology-driven, future-ready, and self-reliant Indian Army. The vision emphasises Vigilance and Readiness, Innovation and Transformation, Jointness and Integration, Aatmanirbharta, and Yoddha First. A 1986-batch Armoured Corps officer with nearly four decades of distinguished service, General Seth has commanded several key formations, including the South Western Command and Southern Command, contributing significantly to India's defence preparedness and military modernisation.