CDS General NS Raja Subramani calls on President Murmu
New Delhi, June 1
Chief of Defence Staff General NS Raja Subramani, along with his wife Mahalakshmi Subramani, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday.
"Chief of Defence Staff General NS Raja Subramani, along with his wife Smt. Mahalakshmi Subramani called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan," Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a post on X.
CDS General NS Raja Subramani was on Monday accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block lawns in the national capital.
"I'm honoured to assume charge as the Chief of Defence Staff. We are grateful to the nation for the trust reposed in the Armed Forces. We, the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Ministry of Defence, strategic institutions and all stakeholders stand united as part of the whole of nation approach to strengthen India's security. We are committed to implementing the vision of our Prime Minister, 'JAI'- Jointness, Atma Nirbharta and Innovation," CDS General NS Raja Subramani said earlier.
"Transformation of the armed forces and organisational reforms to enhance jointness, synergy and integration will be the primary focus. Atma Nirbharta is a central pillar of our national security. We will accelerate the development, induction and integration of indigenous weapons in our armed forces," he added.
The Government appointed General NS Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) on May 9. He will also function as the Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs.
He served as Military Adviser at the National Security Council Secretariat, as Vice Chief of the Army Staff and as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command.
He was commissioned into the 8th Battalion of the Garhwal Rifles on December 14, 1985.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Lots of big words about jointness and transformation—hope it's not just talk. We've heard promises before about integration, but the reality is that our three services still operate in silos. Let's see real changes on the ground, not just ceremonial visits.
Interesting appointment. As someone watching from abroad, I've always admired India's military traditions. The CDS role seems critical for modern warfare. General Subramani's background in both strategic councils and field commands should serve him well. Best of luck!
Ek dil, ek jaan, ek desh—that's the spirit! ✊ CDS's vision of Jointness is what will protect our borders. And Atma Nirbharta in defence manufacturing is long overdue. The PM's vision combined with military expertise. Let's make our forces unbeatable!
Respect to General Subramani for his years of service. Commissioned into the Garhwal Rifles in 1985—that's nearly 40 years of dedication. India is lucky to have such experienced leadership at the helm of its defence forces.
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