India
oi-Vicky Nanjappa
New Delhi, Dec 10: The death of Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat is huge loss for the nation. General Rawat, his wife, Madhulika Rawat and 11 others died in a chopper crash that took place on Wednesday.
General Rawat was a decorated officer and was awarded for gallantry and distinguished service with Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Uttam Yudh Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal, Yudh Seva Medal, and Sena Medal.
In 2019 General Rawat made history by becoming the first Chief of Defence Staff of the country. His role was to be a one point advisor to the Government of India on matters related to the military. His role was to integrate the three services, the Army, Air Force and Navy.
While General Rawat has many feathers in his cap, his most important contribution was the theaterisation of the Indian Armed Forces. He was tasked with taking the 17 single…