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Summary Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Key Facts Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Saturday, 9 May 2026
Affected Population 1.4 million active military, border populations
Key Numbers Defence budget: Rs 6.21 lakh crore (2025-26) 68% indigenous procurement target 1.4 million active military personnel Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26) Key Authorities Ministry of Defence Ministry of Home Affairs NSA Ministry of Health & Family Welfare ICMR
Key Stakeholders Armed Forces Defence PSUs Border Communities Patients Healthcare Workers Hospitals & Clinics
Amendment History 96 changes recorded for this policy.
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, set to be the next CDS of India, last served as the 47th Vice Chief of Army Staff until July 2025, before retiring.
Government of India press release: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff