Quick Info
| Profession | Army Personnel |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/04/1960 |
| Age | 66 years |
| Birthplace | Pune, Bombay State, India |
Latest News about Manoj Mukund Naravane
11/02/2026
Delhi Police issued notice to Penguin Random House India over allegations that an unpublished manuscript linked to Manoj Mukund Naravane had been circulated online without authorization. The matter reportedly led to an FIR and an investigation into the alleged leak and dissemination of the memoir.
02/02/2026
Parliamentary debate in February 2026 referenced excerpts attributed to Manoj Mukund Naravane's unpublished memoir, leading to controversy over whether the material could be cited in the Lok Sabha. The discussion centered on claims about the 2020 Galwan clashes and the Agnipath scheme, while the publisher maintained that the book had not been officially released.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being the 28th Chief of the Army Staff of India |
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| Full Name | Manoj Mukund Naravane |
| Father | Former Indian Air Force officer |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | Not Known |
Family
| Wife | Veena Naravane (Teacher and Vice President of the Army Wives' Welfare Association) |
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Career
| Service/Branch | Indian Army |
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| Rank | General |
| Years of Service | 1980-2022 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Manoj Mukund Naravane holds the Param Vishisht Seva Medal and is a Lieutenant General in the Indian Army. | |
| 2. He assumed the position of the 28th Chief of the Army Staff (CoAS) on 31 December 2019, succeeding Bipin Rawat. | |
| 3. Naravane began his military career with the 7th Sikh Light Infantry in June 1980. | |
| 4. Throughout his service, he led different units and participated in counter-insurgency missions. | |
| 5. He also fulfilled the role of the Indian Defence Attache at the Indian Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar. | |
| 6. He superannuated as Chief of Army Staff on 30 April 2022. | |
| 7. He served as the temporary Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee from 15 December 2021 until his retirement. | |
| 8. Manoj Mukund Naravane holds the Param Vishisht Seva Medal and is a retired Four-Star General in the Indian Army. | |
| 9. He also fulfilled the role of the Indian Defence Attaché at the Indian Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar. | |
| 10. His memoir, titled 'Four Stars of Destiny', was set for publication in 2024 by Penguin, with pre-orders available on Amazon. | |
| 11. Extracts from his unpublished memoir were published by news agencies in December 2023, covering sensitive topics like the 2020 Galwan clashes and the Agnipath scheme. | |
| 12. His memoir, titled 'Four Stars of Destiny', was scheduled for publication in 2024 but has reportedly been delayed pending clearance. |