Bipin Rawat
Soldier · Pisces
About
Bipin Rawat was an Indian Army general who served as the first Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces. He previously served as the 27th Chief of the Army Staff. He died in a helicopter crash in 2021.
Personal details
- Also known as
- General Rawat, General Bipin Rawat
- Born
- March 16, 1958
- Birthplace
- Pauri
- Nationality
- India
- Education
- University of Madras, Indian Military Academy, Defence Services Staff College, St. Edward's School, Shimla
- Years active
- 1978–2021
Known for
- First Chief of Defence Staff of India
- 27th Chief of the Army Staff
Awards
- Param Vishisht Seva Medal
- Uttam Yudh Seva Medal
Trivia & fun facts
- He became India's first Chief of Defence Staff in 2020.
- He died in a helicopter crash near Coonoor in December 2021.
