| Air Chief Marshal | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Thomas Elmhirst | 15 Aug 1947 – 22 Feb 1950 | Sir Thomas Elmhirst was the first Air Chief Marshal of the Indian Air Force, overseeing its formation and early development. |
| Sir Gerald Gibbs | 22 Feb 1950 – 21 Feb 1954 | Sir Gerald Gibbs focused on consolidating the IAF’s structure and capabilities during his tenure as Air Chief Marshal. |
| Subroto Mukerjee | 22 Feb 1954 – 8 Nov 1960 | Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee was the first Indian Chief of Air Staff, playing a pivotal role in the modernization of the IAF. |
| Arjan Singh | 1 Aug 1964 – 15 Jul 1969 | Arjan Singh, known for his leadership during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, became the first Air Chief Marshal of the IAF in 1966. |
| Idris Hasan Latif | 1 Sep 1978 – 31 Aug 1981 | Idris Hasan Latif was instrumental in enhancing the IAF’s operational capabilities and infrastructure during his tenure. |
| Dilbagh Singh | 1 Sep 1981 – 31 Aug 1984 | Air Chief Marshal Dilbagh Singh focused on modernizing the IAF’s fleet and strengthening its training and operational capabilities. |
| Nirmal Chandra Suri | 1 Aug 1991 – 31 Jul 1993 | Nirmal Chandra Suri worked towards enhancing the IAF’s combat readiness and technological advancements during his tenure. |
| Krishnaswamy Rajaram Naidu | 31 Jul 1993 – 31 Dec 1995 | Air Chief Marshal K. R. Naidu prioritized enhancing the IAF’s strategic capabilities and operational preparedness. |
| Anil Yashwant Tipnis | 31 Dec 1995 – 31 Dec 1998 | Anil Yashwant Tipnis focused on modernizing the IAF’s fleet, strengthening its infrastructure, and enhancing jointness with other branches. |
| Anil Kumar Browne | 31 Dec 2013 – 31 Dec 2013 | Air Chief Marshal Anil Kumar Browne spearheaded efforts to enhance the IAF’s operational readiness, capability, and modernization. |
| Arup Raha | 31 Dec 2013 – 31 Dec 2016 | Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha focused on modernizing the IAF’s capabilities, enhancing its operational readiness, and strengthening its training infrastructure. |
| Birender Singh Dhanoa | 31 Dec 2016 – 30 Sep 2019 | Birender Singh Dhanoa led the IAF through a period of modernization and operational preparedness, focusing on enhancing combat capabilities. |
| Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria | 30 Sep 2019 – 30 Sep 2021 | Air Chief Marshal R. K. S. Bhadauria oversaw initiatives aimed at bolstering the IAF’s operational readiness, capability, and modernization efforts. |
These Air Chiefs Marshal played crucial roles in shaping and modernizing the Indian Air Force, ensuring its readiness to meet the nation’s defense challenges.
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