Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari
Explanation:
· Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari assumed office as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) on 2 May 2025.
· He has held key appointments including Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the South Western Air Command (SWAC).
· A distinguished fighter pilot, he has flown various aircraft such as MiG-21, MiG-29, and other frontline jets.
· His elevation reflects his long operational experience and leadership in critical command roles.
Information Booster:
· The VCAS is the second-highest position in the Indian Air Force, assisting the Chief of Air Staff in strategy, operations, and modernization.
Additional Knowledge:
· Air Marshal Chopra → Retired earlier, not the 2025 VCAS.
· Air Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria → Former CAS (2019–2021).
· Air Marshal SP Dharkar → Served as AOC-in-C, Eastern Air Command.