Context:
General NS Raja Subramani assumed charge as the third Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs on May 31, 2026.
Explanation:
- The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is India’s highest-ranking military officer and acts as the principal military adviser to the government.
- The post was created to promote jointness, integration and coordination among the Army, Navy and Air Force.
- The CDS also heads the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) under the Ministry of Defence.
- Acts as principal Military Advisor to Defence Minister on all Tri-Service matters & Permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee.
- It is important to note that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is primarily an advisory and coordinating role rather than a direct operational command position.
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