Key points
- Lt Gen Singh appointed as army vice chief from August 1st
- Was Commissioned in 1987 into Para Special Forces
- Awarded Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Sena Medal twice
ISLAMABAD: Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, an officer of the Parachute Regiment, has been appointed as the Vice-Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS), will take over the charge on Friday (August 1st), according to The Hindu.
His appointment marks a significant milestone in his career, spanning over 35 years of service to the Indian Army, according to India Today.
Lt General Singh will be succeeding Lt General NS Raja Subramani, who assumed the office of VCOAS on July 1 last year.
Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani, Vice Chief of the Army Staff, #VCOAS superannuated today after 39 years of distinguished service in the #IndianArmy. In a solemn ceremony, he laid a wreath to honour the supreme sacrifice of the #Bravehearts at the National War Memorial,… pic.twitter.com/EK9RQjMUqn
— ADG PI – INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) July 31, 2025
Commissioned into the 4 Para Special Forces in 1987, Singh has participated in numerous operations, including Pawan, Meghdoot, Rakshak, and Orchid.
Foreign combat exposure
His foreign combat exposure includes serving in United Nations Peacekeeping Missions in Lebanon and Sri Lanka.
Singh has held various leadership roles throughout his career, including serving as the General Officer Commanding of the Rising Star Corps since April 2022. His service has been recognised with the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Sena Medal, which he has been awarded twice.
An alumnus of the Indian Military Academy, Singh’s educational background has played a significant role in shaping his leadership skills and strategic thinking, according to India Today.
