Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal Resigns from ADC Post to President Murmu

Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal, an Indian Army officer holding the rank of Major, announced his resignation from the post of aide‑de‑camp (ADC) to President Droupadi Murmu earlier this week. The decision was made after several years of service in the presidential household, during which he was responsible for assisting the President with official duties and protocol. While the army has not released a detailed statement on the reasons for his departure, Sambyal’s resignation was accepted by the President’s office on the same day. The Major’s departure marks a change in the senior staff supporting the President, who has previously relied on a team of seasoned officers for her administrative and ceremonial needs.

The Indian Army has confirmed that Sambyal will be reassigned to a new posting, though the specifics of his next assignment remain undisclosed. Col. (Retd.) S. K. Sharma, a spokesperson for the army, said that the officer’s experience as ADC will be valuable in future roles.

Observers note that the resignation comes at a time when the President’s office is undergoing a broader review of its support structure, aiming to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Sambyal’s departure is expected to be part of this ongoing reorganization.