Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal, AVSM, VM assumes charge as AOC-in-C of Eastern Air Command
Summary
- Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal, AVSM, VM has taken over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Eastern Air Command.
- The Eastern Air Command oversees air operations in India's eastern sector, including the North-East region.
- The appointment was announced by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) of the Government of India.
Key Facts
- · Name: Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal
- · Rank: Air Marshal (Indian Air Force)
- · Decorations: Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Vayu Sena Medal (VM)
- · New post: Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Air Command
- · Eastern Air Command jurisdiction: Eastern India and the North-Eastern states
Why it matters
Leadership change at the Eastern Air Command is crucial for maintaining operational readiness and strategic balance in India's eastern theatre, especially given the proximity to international borders with China and Bangladesh.
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