Jayanto Nath Chaudhuri

Indian Army General and Chief of Army Staff

Jayanto Nath Chaudhuri - Indian Army General and Chief of Army Staff
Born

1908
117 years ago

Died

April 6th, 1983
42 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

India

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Served as Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army from 1962 to 1966. Held the position of Military Governor of Hyderabad State from 1948 to 1949. Contributed to military leadership during the early years post-independence, overseeing significant military operations and reforms within the armed forces. Played a role in shaping the Indian Army's organizational structure and policies during a critical period in the nation’s history.

Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army

Military Governor of Hyderabad State

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