Research Fellow, Manohar Parrikar IDSA. Col DPK Pillay’s article ‘New COAS appointment puts controversy to rest’ has been published in The Blitz India on 15 June 2024.
The controversy surrounding General Pande’s extension had generated debate about the Model Code of Conduct during elections, with some Opposition parties alleging that the extension was a violation of the MCC. However, the appointment of Lt General Dwivedi has put the matter to rest, allowing the Army to focus on its priorities and challenges ahead, says Col Pillay.
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