Vice Admiral Suraj Berry, PVSM, AVSM,NM,VSM, Commander-in-Chief, superannuated today after 38+ years of distinguished service in the Indian Navy. In a solemn tribute, he laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi, honouring the supreme sacrifice of our Bravehearts.
Commissioned on 01 Jan 1987, Vice Admiral Suraj Berry is a Gunnery & Missile Warfare specialist and alumnus of the Naval War College, Rhode Island, USA. With over 19 years at sea, he commanded four frontline warships INS Nirbhik, Karmuk, Talwar, and aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya as her commissioning CO. Ashore, he led transformative initiatives including the rollout of the Agnipath Scheme and induction of women sailors shaping the future of naval HR. As he lowers the Naval Ensign, he reaffirms his commitment to the Nation by championing India’s maritime heritage integral to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Indian Navy expresses deep gratitude for his exemplary service and Fair Winds, Following Seas, and success in his next voyage.
