Armoured Corps To Counter-Insurgency: Next Army Chief Lt General Dhiraj Seth 4-Decade Career

Why in news

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) to succeed General Upendra Dwivedi.

Background

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth has a 4-decade career including commands of armored regiments and counter-insurgency forces. He previously commanded the Sudarshan Chakra Corps and held key staff appointments in force modernization.

Facts for Prelims

• PostChief of the Army Staff (COAS):The highest-ranking officer of the Indian Army, appointed by the Government of India.
• FactGeneral Upendra Dwivedi's tenure as COAS ends on June 30, 2024.
• FactSudarshan Chakra Corps: A specialized corps within the Indian Army structure.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of modernization and counter-insurgency expertise in the leadership of the Indian Army in the contemporary security landscape.

Keywords: Force Modernization · Counter-Insurgency · Strategic Leadership · Operational Readiness · Defense Procurement

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