Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, a decorated Para Special Forces officer with nearly four decades of distinguished service, has assumed charge as the Vice Chief of Army Staff, succeeding Lt Gen N. S. Raja Subramani. Known for his operational expertise in high-altitude and counter-insurgency missions, he brings extensive leadership experience to one of the Army’s top positions.

Key Points:

• Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh officially took charge as Vice Chief of Army Staff on August 1, 2025, succeeding Lt Gen N. S. Raja Subramani.
• Commissioned into 4 Para (Special Forces) in December 1987, he is an alumnus of La Martiniere College, Lucknow University, and the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun.
• His service record includes participation in key operations such as Op Pawan, Meghdoot, Orchid, Rakshak, and Snow Leopard.
• He has held important leadership positions including Director General – Operational Logistics & Strategic Movement at Army HQ and Commander of IX Corps.
• He has been awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) and a Bar to Sena Medal for distinguished service.