General NS Raja Subramani, after taking charge as the new Chief of Defence Staff on Sunday, said that his primary focus would be towards transforming the armed forces and ushering in reforms ensuring theaterisation of command. He also assured to accelerate the development, induction and integration of indigenous weapon systems into the armed forces.
Gen Subramani took over as the country’s senior-most military commander from General Anil Chauhan, whose desire to roll out the threaterisation of command during his tenure remained unfilled.
In a brief statement to media, Gen. Subramani, said, “Our armed forces consistently demonstrated professionalism and operational decisiveness in safeguarding our national interests. We are committed to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our country.”
Prior to this, Gen Subramani served as the Military Advisor at the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), following retirement as the Vice Chief of Army Staff on July 31, 2025.
He occupies the post of CDS at a time when global insecurities have become the new normal and the tri-services are undergoing reforms – from integration to technology absorption to keeping up with modern warfare challenges. West Asia conflict-induced trade blockades have also put the economy under stress.
