By Sanjay Thakur
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India has a prominent role in the Indian Military Services, acting as the highest-ranking uniformed official.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of the Chief of Defence Staff of India from the iconic Red Fort in 2019.
General Anil Chauhan (PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM) a four-star general of the Indian Army, has been the Nation’s second Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) since September 30, 2022.
He was born on 18th of May 1961 at Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand(earlier Uttar Pradesh)
On September 28, 2022, the BJP government led by Shri Narendra Modi brought Chauhan back from retirement and appointed him as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
General Bipin Rawat took office as the first Chief of Defence Staff on January 1st, 2020.
he position was established with the goal of improving the overall integration, coordination, and effectiveness of the tri-service combat capabilities of the Indian armed forces.