Archive · 3 Oct 2025
Air Marshal Hardeep Bains Takes Charge as Personnel Head
Air Marshal Hardeep Bains has become the new head of personnel for the Indian Air Force.
He has replaced Air Marshal SK Vidhate, who retired after 38 years.
Air Marshal Bains is a qualified flying instructor with extensive flight experience.
He's held many important jobs in his career, including being the Commandant of the National Defence College.
He's been recognized for his service with awards, including the Vishisht Seva Medal and the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal.
His new role involves overseeing the personnel aspects of the Indian Air Force, ensuring its members are well-managed.
Air Marshal Hardeep Bains is the new Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel.
He replaces Air Marshal SK Vidhate, who retired in September.
Bains was commissioned in 1987 and has over 5000 flying hours.
He has held numerous key field and staff appointments.
He was previously the Commandant of the National Defence College.
- Who
- Air Marshal Hardeep Bains
- What
- Took over as Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel
- When
- October 2024 (Implied)
- Where
- Indian Air Force
- Why
- To lead personnel operations
- New Role
- Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel
- Assumed Charge
- Air Marshal Hardeep Bains
- Previous Role
- Commandant of the National Defence College
- Years of Service
- 38 years
- Flying Hours
- Over 5000 accident-free hours