Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has officially assumed the appointment of Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS) of the Indian Army, marking a significant leadership transition at Army Headquarters.
Distinguished Military Career
An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Lt Gen Seth was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986. Over nearly four decades, he has built an exceptional operational profile across diverse terrains, including extensive counter-insurgency experience.
Key Command Appointments
Lt Gen Seth has held several prestigious command roles:
- Commanded an Armoured Regiment in desert sector
- Led an Armoured Brigade in developed sector
- Commanded a Counter Insurgency Force in Jammu & Kashmir
- Commanded Sudarshan Chakra Corps
- Served as General Officer Commanding, Delhi Area
- Held the distinction of commanding two operational Army Commands:
- South Western Command
- Southern Command
Strategic and Staff Roles
He has served in multiple key staff and strategic appointments, including:
- Brigade Major of an Independent Armoured Brigade
- Operations Officer with the United Nations Mission in Angola
- Assistant Military Secretary at Army Headquarters
- Brigadier General Staff (Operations), South Western Command
- Director General Discipline, Ceremonial and Welfare
He also played a vital role in capability development and modernization through:
- Colonel Capability Development (Mechanised Forces)
- Brigadier Perspective Plans and Acquisition
- Additional Director General Capability Development
Professional Excellence
Lt Gen Seth has consistently excelled in military education:
- Topped the Junior Command Course
- Awarded Best All Round Student Officer Medal at Defence Services Staff College
- Attended Higher Command Course and National Defence College
- Completed Command and Staff Course in Paris
Conclusion
With extensive operational experience and deep involvement in strategic planning and modernization, Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth’s appointment as VCOAS is expected to further strengthen the Indian Army’s preparedness and future capability development.
