ACC Extends Tenure of General Anil Chauhan as Chief of Defence Staff and Secretary of DMA until May 2026.

In September 2025, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, extended the tenure of General Anil Chauhan as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) under the Ministry of Defence (MoD) until 30th May 2026 or until further orders. The extension was sanctioned before his original term was scheduled to end on 30th September 2025.

      - General Anil Chauhan was commissioned into the Indian Army in 1981. Over his distinguished career, he has held several key command and staff positions, demonstrating exceptional leadership and strategic expertise across diverse military operations.

      - Since assuming office as CDS on 28th September 2022, General Chauhan has played a pivotal role in strengthening tri-service integration. He has also led major military reforms, including the implementation of Integrated Theatre Commands to enhance operational synergy among the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Main Point :-   (i) General Chauhan’s exemplary service has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM) in 2020, Uttam Yudh Seva Medal (UYSM) in 2018, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) in 2015, Sena Medal (SM) in 2011, and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2011.

      (ii) The ACC’s decision to extend his tenure underscores the government’s confidence in his leadership and strategic vision, ensuring continuity in India’s defence reforms and tri-service coordination during a critical period of military modernization and operational preparedness.

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