Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit takes charge as new Chief of Air Staff
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has officially assumed the role of Chief of Air Staff for the Indian Air Force, succeeding A.P. Singh. The transition includes several leadership changes within the force, including the appointment of Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia as the new Vice Chief.
Why it matters
Leadership changes in the Indian Air Force are critical for national security and the ongoing modernization of India's defense capabilities.
New Delhi Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, an accomplished fighter pilot with over 3,500 hours of flying experience on over 20 types of aircraft, on Saturday (October 31, 2026) assumed charge as the new Chief of Air Staff. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit is the next Chief of Air Staff storyline 1 He succeeded Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh who superannuated from the force after a 43-year-long illustrious career. Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia named next IAF Vice Chief Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia named next IAF Vice Chief Air Marshal Walia headed the Directorate of Air Staff Inspection (DASI) of the IAF, served as the defence attache at Indian embassies in Japan and South Korea, and was the Senior Air Staff Officer of Eastern Air Command.
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