Major General Ajai Singh Dabas Assumes Command of Counter Insurgency Force (Delta)

JAMMU, March 01, 2026 — In a high-profile transition of military leadership, Major General Ajai Singh Dabas has officially taken command of the prestigious Counter Insurgency Force (Delta), succeeding Major General APS Bal, AVSM, SM.

The White Knight Corps of the Indian Army confirmed the handover via their official X handle, marking a new chapter for the specialized unit tasked with maintaining regional security.

Upon assuming his new role, Major General Dabas performed a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the War Memorial, paying deep homage to the fallen bravehearts before extending his professional best wishes to all ranks under his command.

The transition comes at a critical time for operational readiness, with the new General Officer Commanding (GOC) of CIF (Delta) immediately setting a firm tone for his tenure.

Addressing the personnel, Major General Dabas exhorted all soldiers to uphold the highest standards of operational excellence and maintain unwavering vigilance across their area of responsibility.

His address emphasized the dual mission of the force: to remain a lethal deterrent against insurgency while continuing to foster lasting peace and stability within the region. This leadership change reinforces the Indian Army’s commitment to strategic continuity and the pursuit of excellence in one of the country’s most sensitive operational zones.