In a groundbreaking move aligning with the philosophy of ‘all roles-all ranks,’ the Indian Navy has achieved a historic milestone by appointing its first woman commanding officer for a naval ship. Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar made this announcement during a press conference held ahead of Navy Day.
Q1: What historic milestone has the Indian Navy recently achieved, and what philosophy does it align with?
A1: The Indian Navy has appointed its first woman commanding officer for a naval ship, aligning with the philosophy of ‘all roles-all ranks,’ as stated by Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar.
Q2: How has the Indian Navy performed operationally in the past year?
A2: Admiral Kumar highlighted the Navy’s high operational tempo, with ships, submarines, and aircraft undertaking diverse missions encompassing military, diplomatic, constabulary, and benign roles.
Q3: How is the Indian Navy responding to China’s increasing presence in the Indian Ocean?
A3: The Indian Navy closely monitors all activities in the region and maintains a ‘Combat-ready, Credible, Cohesive, and Future Proof’ force, ensuring a proactive stance against China’s forays into the Indian Ocean.
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