Air Marshal Tejinder Singh Assumes Role as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff

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Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force in New Delhi.

An Overview of the News

• After assuming his new role, he paid homage at the National War Memorial by laying a wreath to honor the bravehearts.

Background:

• Alumnus: National Defence Academy.

• Commissioned: Into the fighter stream of the IAF on 13 June 1987.

• Flying Experience: Category ‘A’ Qualified Flying Instructor with over 4500 hours of flying.

• Education: Alumnus of Defence Service Staff College and National Defence College.

Command Experience:

• Commanded a Fighter Squadron.

• Led a Radar Station and a premier Fighter Base.

• Served as Air Officer Commanding in Jammu and Kashmir.

Awards:

• Vayu Sena Medal (2007).

• Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (2022).