TIL Desk/National/New Delhi/ Admiral Karambir Singh on Friday took over as the Chief of the Naval Staff succeeding Admiral Sunil Lanba, who is retiring after over four decades of service.
“It is a matter of great honour and pride for me to take charge as the 24th Chief of Naval Staff. My predecessors with their perseverance have made sure that the Navy has a very solid foundation and reaches new heights,” Singh.
He said, “It will be my endeavour to continue the efforts and provide the nation a Navy that is strong, capable and which is ready to meet any security challenge in the maritime domain.” Singh also expressed gratitude to his predecessor, Lanba, for his service to the nation.
“I take this opportunity to express my gratitude to Sunil Lamba, the outgoing Chief of Naval Staff, who has put 42 years of illustrious service to the nation. He provided us with great leadership.”
