Vice-Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh on Sunday assumed the position of Vice-Chief of Naval Staff (VCNS). He has replaced Vice Admiral SN Ghoremade. Prior to his current position as VCNS, he was Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Operations).
Vice Admiral Singh graduated from the National Defence Academy in Pune and joined the Indian Navy’s executive branch in 1986. Over his 37-year career, he has served on various types of ships and held many leadership roles, including Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (CSNCO), Flag Officer Commanding of the Western Fleet, Commandant Naval War College, and Controller Personnel Services.