Lt. Gen. Dhiraj Seth appointed next Army Chief
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of the Army Staff for India, effective June 30, 2026. He succeeds General Upendra Dwivedi and brings extensive experience in counter-insurgency and operational command.
Why it matters
This is a significant leadership transition for the Indian military, impacting national security strategy and defense modernization.
The Government has appointed Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, presently serving as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, as the next Chief of the Army Staff with effect from the afternoon of June 30, 2026.
The report is a factual announcement of a government appointment based on official records.
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