Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi takes over as new Chief of Naval Staff:
Tripathi was the Western Naval command chief before he was appointed the navy’s vice chief in January 2024 and had earlier served as the navy’s chief of personnel:
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Tuesday took over as India’s 26th chief of naval staff, succeeding Admiral R Hari Kumar who held the top post for two years and five months.He was the vice chief of naval staff before taking charge of the service.
After taking charge, Tripathi said, “Over the years, the navy has evolved into a combat-ready force. The existing and emerging challenges in the maritime domain mandate that the Indian Navy should always remain operationally ready to deter potential adversaries at sea in peace, and to win the war at and from the sea when asked to do so. This will remain my singular focus and endeavour.”
He added that another priority would be to strengthen the ongoing efforts of the navy towards Atmanirbharta and introducing new technologies.Subhash Kurup Ex. Indian Navy Chief Editor : News desk kaladwaninews.. 8921945001.
