Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, CNS visited Western Naval Command WNC on 19 August 2025 and reviewed the readiness and operational preparedness of the WNC units as also steered wide-ranging discussions on operational issues with Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, FOCINC (W) and the WNC staff.
CNS reiterated the Navy’s commitment to securing India’s maritime interests and commended the dedication of WNC towards maintaining high standards of operational readiness and resilience.
The visit underscores Indian Navy’s continued efforts to maintain and enhance surveillance, presence and operational capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region IOR.