Chief of defence staff: This balanced mix of Civil and

This balanced mix of Civil and Military officers enabled the 'Department of Military Affairs' and the ' Chief of Defence Staff ', to commence functioning within just twenty days of Cabinet approval. Many major countries of the world have created the post of the Chief of Defence Staff to bring more jointness and integration in their Armed Forces. These include Italy, France, China, UK, USA, Canada and Japan. NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday extended the tenure of General Anil Chauhan as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs (DMA). Meet the current chiefs of the Indian Army, Air Force and Navy, including the Chief of Defence Staff . Find their biographies, awards and contact details on the official government website.