Lt Gen N. S. Raja Subramani Appointed Military Advisor to India's National Security Council Secretariat
In a significant advancement for India's national security framework, Lieutenant General N. S. Raja Subramani (Retd), previously the Vice Chief of the Indian Army, has been appointed as the Military Advisor to the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS). He is set to officially take over this role on September 1, 2025.
Lt Gen Subramani, a highly decorated officer with over 40 years of service, is a distinguished alumnus of both the National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Indian Military Academy (IMA). His career includes leading critical formations, having served as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Central Command and Chief of Staff, marking him as one of the Army's most distinguished leaders.
This appointment aligns with NSCS's ongoing initiatives to bolster its advisory capabilities. In 2024, the Secretariat established the position of an Additional National Security Advisor to enhance interdepartmental coordination and improve decision-making for emerging threats. Bringing in an experienced military strategist like Lt Gen Subramani significantly advances India's strategic preparedness.
The appointment is timely, particularly in light of incidents such as the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, connected to the TRF-Pakistan network, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced counter-terror strategies. A study by the Institute of Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) suggests that incorporating seasoned military advisors into security frameworks can decrease crisis decision-making delays by up to 30%.
Lt Gen Subramani’s shift from active military command to a high-level advisory position is anticipated to fortify India's national security architecture and deliver essential military perspectives as the country navigates an increasingly complex and volatile regional security scenario.
