Admiral Krishna Swaminathan took charge as Chief of the Naval Staff on Sunday, May 31, succeeding Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who retired from service.

In his first address as Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Swaminathan reaffirmed the Indian Navy’s steadfast commitment to jointness, aatmanirbharta (self-reliance), and indigenisation, stating that these would remain the key focus areas during his tenure.

New Delhi: Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as 27th Chief of Naval Staff today. He becomes the successor of Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi who