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Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed as New Chief of Air Staff
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News18•06-10-2026, 19:45
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed as New Chief of Air Staff
- •Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the new Chief of the Indian Air Force.
- •He is a veteran of major military conflicts including Operation Safed Sagar during the Kargil War and Operation Sindhur.
- •He has a rich flying experience of over 3,500 hours across various combat aircraft like Mirage-2000, MiG variants, and Tejas.
- •His appointment is expected to strongly promote the indigenous Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in the defense sector.
- •He has been decorated with prestigious military honors including the Vayu Sena Medal and Ati Vishisht Seva Medal.
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Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the new Chief of the Indian Air Force, succeeding Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been decorated with three major military awards, which include the Vayu Sena Medal in 2006, the Yudh Seva Medal, and the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal in 2023.
During his long service career spanning nearly four decades, he has actively participated in several major operations, including Operation Safed Sagar during the Kargil War, Operation Rakshak, and Operation Sindhur.
