Answer
31 May 2026
Explanation
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan will take charge on 31 May 2026, following the retirement of Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi.
Key Points
- > He is currently the head of the Western Naval Command
- > The highest rank in the Navy is Admiral
- > Navy Day is celebrated on 4 December
Additional Information
- The Indian Navy has three commands: Mumbai (West), Kochi (South), Visakhapatnam (East).
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is called the Father of the Indian Navy.
- The motto of the Navy is 'Sham No Varunah'.
| Department | Key Chiefs (2026) |
|---|---|
| Navy | Krishna Swaminathan |
| Army | Upendra Dwivedi |
| CDS | Raja Subramani |