Top Brass Changes: Army and IAF Get New Senior Commanders
Why in the news
The Army and the Indian Air Force saw a round of senior reshuffles in early May 2025, with three key posts getting new holders.
Key facts
| Officer | Rank | Post |
|---|---|---|
| Pratik Sharma | Lt. Gen. | Northern Army Commander |
| Ashutosh Dixit | Air Marshal | Chief of Integrated Defence Staff |
| Narmdeshwar Tiwari | Air Marshal | IAF Vice-Chief (incoming) |
Exam angle
- Match each officer to the post: Sharma with Northern Command, Dixit with the integrated defence staff, Tiwari with the IAF’s deputy-chief role.
- Services involved: Indian Army and Indian Air Force.