US-Indo Pacific Command mourns Rawat's death

December 09, 2021 09:30

The US Indo-Pacific Command extended its condolences on the demise of CDS Bipin Rawat and 12 others.

Admiral John Aquilino, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, statement on the passing of Indian Chief of Defense Staff, General Bipin Rawat: I am deeply saddened to hear of the tragic passing of my friend General Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika, and the others who perished.

"Gen. Rawat was a great partner to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and to the United States military. His stalwart leadership and commitment to upholding peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific will be sorely missed.

"Gen. Rawats legacy includes an enduring impact on the strategic U.S. and India defense partnership and people-to-people ties. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rawat family, the families and friends of all those who perished, and the Indian Armed Forces."

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