Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Vice Admiral AN Pramod assumed charge as the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff on August 1, 2026, succeeding Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, who retired after 38 years of distinguished service. Commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1990, he has played key operational roles in Operation Vijay, Operation Parakram, and Operation Snow Leopard following the Galwan incident. Before his appointment, he served as Director General Naval Operations and also held the post of Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra Naval Area. His exemplary service has been recognised with the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) in 2024 and the Yudh Seva Medal (YSM) in 2025.