Rajiv Ghai
Rajiv Ghai, UYSM, AVSM, SM*** is a senior general officer in the Indian Army serving as Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy). He previously served as the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO).[1] He has held various command and strategic positions, particularly in the region of Jammu and Kashmir.[2]
Rajiv Ghai | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy) | |
| Assumed office 10 June 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Pratik Sharma |
| Personal details | |
| Alma mater | Indian Military Academy National Defence Academy[3] |
| Awards | Uttam Yudh Seva Medal Ati Vishisht Seva Medal Sena Medal (Three Bars) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch/service | Indian Army |
| Years of service | 1989- present |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Unit | Kumaon Regiment |
Career
Ghai has significant experience in counter-insurgency and border management, particularly along the Line of Control. He led Operation Sindoor and plays a key role in India–Pakistan ceasefire talks and confidence-building measures.[4][5] As DGMO, he oversees strategic planning, military operations, and operational readiness of the Indian Army.[5][6] On June 2025, he has been appointed as Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy).[7]
An avid cricket fan, he explained India's layered air defence performance during operation Sindoor using an Australian cricket analogy, "If Thommo Don’t Get You, Lillee surely must". He explained in great detail the destruction of 11 Pakistani airbases along with numerous aircraft with the help of irrefutable proof to include high resolution satellite imagery. He also estimated loss of 40-42 Pakistani service personnel during the IAF action on 10 May 2025. [8]
References
- ^ "Who is LT. General Rajiv Ghai: Indian Army DGMO? Check Education, Career, Awards and Honours". Jagranjosh.com. 2025-05-11. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
- ^ "Sky, Land, Sea: Meet India's Top Defence Commanders Behind Operation Sindoor". www.ndtv.com. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
- ^ "Who Is Lt General Rajiv Ghai? Indian Army DGMO With Key Role In Operation Sindoor And India-Pakistan Ceasefire". News24. May 13, 2025. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ "People". Volume 40, Number 5, October 2013. 2019-08-20. doi:10.1287/orms.2013.05.20in. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
- ^ a b Sports, ABP Live (2025-05-12). "DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai Reacts To Virat's Test Retirement During Op Sindoor Press Briefing". news.abplive.com. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
- ^ "DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, the man behind Operation Sindoor strikes on Pak & PoK terror hubs". Zee Business. 2025-05-11. Retrieved 2025-05-30.
- ^ "Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai appointed Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy); will continue as DGMO". Financialexpress. 2025-06-09. Retrieved 2025-06-10.
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-V9haK31M0