The Indian Navy has made history by appointing its first woman commanding officer in a naval ship, according to Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar. This move is in line with the Navy’s commitment to gender equality and its belief in giving equal opportunities to all personnel. Admiral Kumar made this announcement during a press conference ahead of Navy Day.
In his address, Admiral Kumar highlighted the Indian Navy’s impressive record of maintaining a high operational tempo in the strategic waters over the past year. He also mentioned that the Navy closely monitors China’s increasing activities in the Indian Ocean region.
“Our ships, submarines, and aircraft have sustained a high operational tempo – undertaking missions and tasks encompassing military, diplomatic, constabulary and benign roles,” Admiral Kumar stated. He further emphasized that the Navy’s units were deployed across the Indian Ocean Region and beyond to safeguard and promote national interests.
The Navy has worked diligently to ensure it remains a “Combat-ready, Credible, Cohesive, and Future Proof” force. Its “ships first” outlook aims to enable both men and women in operational units to perform their duties effectively. Admiral Kumar expressed satisfaction with the Navy’s operational front, highlighting its persistent presence across the Indo Pacific region.
In addition to these achievements, the Indian Navy proudly announced the appointment of its first woman commanding officer in a naval ship. This milestone reflects the Navy’s commitment to gender equality and its determination to provide equal opportunities for women.
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