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Recently, who has been appointed as the new Chief of the Indian Air Force, replacing 'Amarpreet Singh'?
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Ashutosh Dixit
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Ashutosh Dixit
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the 29th Chief of the Indian Air Force effective October 31, 2026.
The Government of India has appointed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit to succeed Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, who retires from service on October 31, 2026. Air Marshal Dixit is a highly experienced fighter pilot with over 3,500 flying hours and has played a pivotal role in the operational modernization of the force. His appointment comes at a time when the Indian Air Force is focusing on indigenous defense capabilities, including the Tejas project and advanced network-centric warfare capabilities.
The Chief of the Air Staff is the professional head and the highest-ranking officer of the Indian Air Force. The office is based at the Air Headquarters in New Delhi and is governed under the mandate of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
Appointment Date: October 31, 2026
Designation: 29th Chief of the Air Staff
Flying Experience: Over 3,500 flight hours
Commission Date: December 6, 1986
C is correct тАФ Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit is the newly appointed 29th Chief of the Indian Air Force, set to take office on October 31, 2026.
Remember that the IAF Chief serves as a member of the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC), which is chaired by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to provide military advice to the government.