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Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of Army Staff, succeeding Gen Upendra Dwivedi upon retirement in June 2026. A seasoned Armoured Corps officer, he brings extensive command experience and is expected to lead army modernisation efforts

The Defence Ministry has announced Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth as the next Chief of the Army Staff. Currently serving as Vice Chief of Army Staff, he will assume office on June 30 upon the retirement of Gen Upendra Dwivedi after a distinguished military career

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of the Army Staff and will take charge on June 30, 2026, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi. A seasoned Armoured Corps officer, he has extensive operational and strategic leadership experience

The event marked the successful completion of the flagship HDMC by 167 officers from the Indian armed forces, including 14 officers from friendly foreign nations

Affectionately known as 'Paddy' in army circles, he served as the Chief of Army Staff from September 30, 2000 to 31 December 31, 2002

"We are committed to resolve disputes through talks and political efforts but no one should make any mistake of testing our patience," he said.