Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi has assumed command as the 30th Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army, succeeding General Manoj Pande who retired after over four decades of service. Dwivedi, commissioned in 1984, inherits a role amidst dynamic global geo-strategic challenges and technological advancements in warfare. His tenure will focus on enhancing operational readiness against security threats and addressing non-traditional security challenges. Known for his expertise in integrating modern technologies, Dwivedi aims to bolster the military’s capabilities through strategic technological advancements.