General Anil Chauhan

April 4, 2026 5:13 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan reviews operational readiness of Chinar Corps in north Kashmir

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Saturday reviewed the operational preparedness of the Army’s Chinar Corps during his visit to strategically significant areas in north Kashmir. During the visit, the CDS assessed the security situation and operational posture along the Line of Control (LoC) and commended the formation for its high standards of preparedness, professionalism, and doctrinal coherence. At Baramulla, CDS Chauhan was briefed on future force applications and the infusi...

January 13, 2026 9:40 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan motivates NCC cadets at Republic Day Camp 2026

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt and motivated young cadets to emerge as future leaders of a developed India. Addressing cadets and officers, General Chauhan said they would play a crucial role in building a Samridhh, Sashakt aur Surakshit Bharat by 2047. Expressing pride in attending the Republic Day Camp for the fourth consecutive year, the CDS lauded the discipline, enthusiasm and high st...

November 30, 2025 10:57 AM

Indian Naval Academy holds autumn term 2025 passing out parade

The Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, held its Passing Out Parade (POP) for the Autumn Term 2025 on Saturday, marking the completion of initial training for 232 trainees. The cohort included Midshipmen of the 109th Indian Naval Academy Course and cadets from various Naval Orientation Courses, including 18 cadets from seven friendly foreign nations - Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Maldives, Myanmar, Mozambique, and Seychelles - underscoring the academy’s expanding international engagement....

October 14, 2025 9:43 PM

Rajnath Singh releases book ‘Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II’ authored by CDS General Anil Chauhan

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday released a book titled ‘Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II: Shaping a Future Ready Force’, authored by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan. The book presents a comprehensive and future-oriented blueprint for shaping India’s Armed Forces for making them future-ready. The book makes an in-depth analysis of warfare’s changing character and provides an evolutionary overview of war, while focusing on emerging frontiers such as cyberspace,...

September 22, 2025 8:50 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan inaugurates first-ever Tri Services Academia Technology Symposium

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan inaugurated the first edition of the Tri Services Academia Technology Symposium (T-SATS) at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on Monday. The two-day event aims to synergise academia, startups, industry, and the Armed Forces to co-develop cutting-edge, indigenous technologies for India’s defence sector. The symposium has brought together Directors, Heads of Departments, and students from 62 leading institutions including IISc, IITs, IIITs, and ...

August 10, 2025 5:53 PM

Operation Sindoor is testament to synergy, operational cohesion among the three Services: CDS

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday lauded the success of ‘Operation Sindoor’ as a testament to the synergy and operational cohesion among the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Addressing participants of the 21st Higher Defence Management Course (HDMC) and senior officers at the College of Defence Management (CDM) in Secunderabad, CDS Chauhan emphasised the significance of Jointness and Integration in shaping the future of India’s armed forces. He also underscore...

March 28, 2025 12:43 PM

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan inaugurates Techkriti 2025 at IIT Kanpur, emphasizes tech modernization in defence

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan inaugurated Techkriti 2025, Asia’s largest intercollegiate technical and entrepreneurial festival, at IIT Kanpur. During a Fireside Chat, Gen Chauhan discussed the necessity of technological advancement and modernization within the Indian Armed Forces, focusing on preparing for future wars in domains such as Cyber, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, and Cognitive Technologies, according to a Ministry of Defence statement on Friday. In...

March 3, 2025 11:27 AM

CDS General Anil Chauhan to boost India-Australia defence ties during official visit

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan is scheduled to embark on an official visit to Australia from March 4-7. According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, the visit underscores the deepening military and strategic ties between India and Australia. General Chauhan's visit will include comprehensive discussions with senior officials from Australia’s Department of Defence and the leadership of the Australian Defence Force. Key engagements are scheduled with Australia’s C...

January 15, 2025 1:19 PM

77th Army Day: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan commends Indian Army’s professionalism and role in nation building

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday extended his heartfelt greetings to all ranks of the Indian Army on the 77th Army Day, lauding their outstanding professionalism, unwavering dedication, and significant contributions to nation-building, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Defence. In his message, General Chauhan praised the Indian Army for being the "bedrock of India's security and unity," emphasizing their ability to adapt to evolving challenges ...

October 30, 2024 7:13 PM

In line with PM, top defence brass to celebrate Diwali with troops in different forward locations

In keeping with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s long-standing practice of celebrating Diwali with soldiers in forward locations, the country’s top military officials are also marking the festival alongside troops stationed at various strategic points across India. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan is celebrating Diwali with personnel of the Andaman and Nicobar Command in Port Blair, participating in festivities with the troops deployed at the tri-services command. Indian Arm...