Process Initiated to Appoint New Chief of Defence Staff
The Indian government has commenced the selection process for a new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), seeking an "all-rounder" candidate from a broad pool of eligible military leaders.
The Ministry of Defence has officially opened the selection process for the position of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). The eligibility criteria include both serving and retired four-star and three-star officers under the age of 62. Emphasizing the need for a leader with a strategic 'all-rounder' profile rather than a regional specialist, the final appointment remains subject to rigorous scrutiny by the National Security Council (NSC).
