New Delhi, Oct 30 (NVI): Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia has been appointed as the next Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force with effect from November 1, 2026, officials said.
Walia, who is currently serving as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Air Command, will take over the key position in the Air Force from November 1.
An accomplished fighter pilot, he has logged over 3,200 hours of flying experience and has commanded a MiG-27 squadron, the Tactics and Air Combat Development Establishment (TACDE) and Air Force Station Bareilly.
During his distinguished career, he has also served as Director of Air Staff Inspection and as Defence Attaché to Japan and South Korea.
He was awarded the Vayu Sena Medal in 2008 and the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal in 2018 in recognition of his distinguished service.—(NVI)
