New IAF Chief Ashutosh Dixit Begins Tenure with Tribute to Nation's Bravehearts

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM, formally commenced his tenure as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF) by paying tribute to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.

On assuming charge, Air Chief Marshal Dixit visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi, where he laid a wreath and paid homage to the fallen heroes of the nation.

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM Chief of the Air Staff, commenced his journey as 29th Chief of the #IAF by paying tribute at the #NationalWarMemorial to the bravehearts who have made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the Nation. This was followed by a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Air Force Station New Delhi. An Experimental Test Pilot and Qualified Flying Instructor, Air Chief Marshal Dixit has over 3,500 hours of flying experience and has held several key operational and strategic appointments, including AOC-in-C, Central Air Command, CISC, HQ IDS, and Vice Chief of the Air Staff of #IAF. #IndianAirForce @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF @air_veterans

— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) November 1, 2026

This was followed by a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Air Force Station New Delhi.
An accomplished Experimental Test Pilot and Qualified Flying Instructor, Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit brings with him over 3,500 hours of flying experience and extensive operational and strategic expertise.

During his distinguished career, he has held several key appointments, including Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Central Air Command; Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff; and Vice Chief of the Air Staff.

His extensive experience in operational command, defence planning and strategic leadership is expected to play an important role in shaping the Indian Air Force's operational preparedness and future capabilities.