Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:30am on 13 Jun 2026,Saturday India
The government has appointed Lt General Dhiraj Seth as the next Chief of the Indian Army. He will take over from General Upendra Dwivedi after the latter completes his tenure. Lt General Seth is a senior officer with extensive operational and command experience, having served in several key positions during his military career. His appointment comes at a time when the Army is focused on modernisation, border security and strengthening combat readiness. The change of command marks an important transition for the force, with Lt General Seth set to lead the Army through evolving security challenges and strategic priorities. (PC: The Indian Express)