Admiral Karambir Singh Assumes Charge as Chief of the Naval Staff
- Admiral Karambir Singh took over as the 24th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) on May 31, 2019.
- He is the first helicopter pilot from the Indian Navy to become the CNS.
- He succeeds Admiral Sunil Lanba who retired on May 31, 2019 after a distinguished career spanning over four decades.