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Operation Sindoor planner Vice Admiral AN Pramod named Navy deputy chief
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Vice Admiral AN Pramod assumed charge as Deputy Chief of Naval Staff on August 1, 2026.
He served as Director General Naval Operations (DGNO) from December 2023 to July 2026.
He was closely involved in planning and operational readiness during Operation Sindoor and maritime security operations during the West Asia crisis.
Pramod also helped plan Operation Urja Suraksha, escorting 18 merchant vessels with cargo worth over ₹9,000 crore.
He has over 36 years of service, including command of INS Abhay, INS Shardul, and INS Satpura.
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