DefenceWednesday, 7 January 2026·The Hindu
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit named next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, an important defence appointment.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In January 2026, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a key appointment in India’s defence leadership.
Key specifics
- Appointee: Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit.
- Post: Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force.
- Service: Indian Air Force.
- Month and year: January 2026.
Exam lens
Question type: Defence appointments, post-holder match, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force. TNPSC one-liner: “Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force in January 2026.”