Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi assumed the position of Chief of the Naval Staff on April 30, 2024, succeeding Admiral R Hari Kumar.
- Admiral Tripathi’s previous roles include serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command.
- He has a specialization in Communication and Electronic Warfare and has served in various capacities on frontline warships, including as Signal Communication Officer, Electronic Warfare Officer, Executive Officer, and Principal Warfare Officer of Guided Missile Destroyer INS Mumbai.
- Admiral Tripathi has commanded several Indian naval ships, including Vinash, Kirch, and Trishul.
- He is a distinguished recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Nausena Medal for his exceptional devotion to duty.
Q: Who recently assumed the position of Chief of the Naval Staff ?
a) Admiral R Hari Kumar
b) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
c) Admiral Sunil Lanba
d) Admiral Karambir Singh
Ans : b) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
