The Chief of Defence Staff is the professional head of the Indian Armed Forces. The CDS is the highest-ranking military officer in service, responsible for overseeing inter-service jointness across al
Gen NS Raja Subramani
The South Block, Central Secretariat, New Delhi - where the CDS is seated.
General Bipin Rawat the first CDS, second-from-right, along with the three service chiefs in January 2020; his later acting successor, General M. M. Naravane, is seen far-left.
Indian CDS Peak Cap
N. S. Raja Subramani
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General N. S. Raja Subramani, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM is a four-star general of the Indian Army. He currently serves as the 3rd Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces and as Secretary, Departme
Chief of Defence Staff (India)
…Chief of Defence Staff Flag of the Chief of Defence Staff Incumbent General N. S. Raja Subramani PVSM AVSM SM VSM since 31 May 2026 Indian Armed Forces Type Chief of Defence Status Chief of the Indian Armed Forces. Abbreviation CDS Member of Chiefs…
General Raja Subramani receiving a guard of honour on assuming charge as the Chief of Defence Staff
Gen Raja Subramani as VCOAS