New Delhi, Oct. 31 -- Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) on Saturday. Dixit, who has received several military gallantry and distinguished service awards, including the PVSM (Param Vishisht Seva Medal), succeeds Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh.

"I am directed to convey the approval of the President for appointment of Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM as the next Chief of the Air Staff in the substantive rank of Air Chief Marshal, with effect from the afternoon of 31st October, 2026, with a tenure up to 31st December, 2028," the Defence Ministry notification had stated.

Over a career spanning four decades, the Air Chief has rich experience across diverse domains such ...