Rakesh Kumar

Group Captain Rakesh Kumar Yadav, M-in-D, PhD is an experienced Aviator, Scholar and Administrator in the Indian Air Force. He is an alumnus National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla. He has commanded an Air Defence Squadron, Administered an Fighter Base close to the border and has served as Directing Staff in NDA. The officer has directed Operations, Procurements  Human Resource Management at the apex level. He was awarded a Mention in Despatch on 15 Aug 25 for his actions during Operation Sindoor.