Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia Appointed Vice Chief of the Air Staff
Babushahi Network
CHANDIGARH/NEW DELHI: Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia, AVSM, VM, has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force, with effect from November 1, 2026. He is currently serving as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Air Command.
An accomplished fighter pilot with over 3,200 hours of flying experience, Air Marshal Walia has had a distinguished career in the Indian Air Force. He has commanded a MiG-27 Squadron, the Tactics and Air Combat Development Establishment (TACDE), and Air Force Station Bareilly.
His career has also included important staff and diplomatic assignments, including Director of Air Staff Inspection and Defence Attaché to Japan and South Korea.
In recognition of his distinguished service, he was awarded the Vayu Sena Medal in 2008 and the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal in 2018.
His appointment as Vice Chief of the Air Staff marks another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the Indian Air Force.
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