Indian Army Deputy Chief Appointed as National Security Council's Military Adviser Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, currently serving as the Deputy Chief of the Indian Army and previously leading military operations as Director General of Military Operations during Operation Sindoor last year, has been appointed as the new Military Adviser to the National Security Council Secretariat. This marks a historic milestone, as Ghai becomes the first serving military officer to hold the position within the NSCS, which operates under the guidance of National Security Adviser Ajit Doval. The appointment was finalized earlier this week, with Ghai expected to take up his duties shortly. Ghai’s tenure in the Indian Army extends until December 2027, and his new role is seen as a strategic move to integrate operational expertise into the nation’s highest national security decision-making framework. The NSCS, a critical body for coordinating defense and security policies, has previously been occupied by senior military leaders such as General N.S. Raja Subramani, who later became Chief of Defence Staff, and Air Marshal Sandeep Singh. Before Subramani, General Anil Chauhan held the position. Ghai’s appointment underscores the emphasis on military input in shaping national security strategies. Commissioned into the Kumaon Regiment, Ghai has held numerous key operational and command roles throughout his career. His leadership during Operation Sindoor, which involved complex military coordination, has positioned him as a key figure in India’s defense planning. The decision to appoint a serving officer to the NSCS reflects a shift toward closer collaboration between the military and civilian leadership in addressing security challenges.#indian_army #operation_sindoor #ajit_doval #rajiv_ghai #national_security_council
