The Centre on Wednesday approved an extension of the tenure of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan until May 30, 2026. He has been serving as the CDS since his appointment on September 28, 2022. According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, the extension will remain in effect either until May 30, 2026, or until further orders. Advertisement

“The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has, on 24th September 2025, approved the extension of service of General Anil Chauhan as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), who shall also function as Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs, up to 30th May 2026, or until further orders,” the Ministry of Defence stated.

General Chauhan is the second officer to hold the post of CDS, following the late Gene

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