New Delhi, May 31 -- Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Sunday assumed command as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS). He emphasised that maintaining peak operational readiness and driving technological modernisation will be his topmost priorities amid a challenging regional security environment.

Expressing gratitude, the newly appointed Navy Chief stated that leading the force is the highest honour of his career.

Addressing the media, CNS Admiral Swaminathan said, "I assume command today as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff with a deep sense of humility, responsibility, pride, and gratitude. Being selected by the top leadership of the country for this job has been the highest honour and privilege of my life... Indian Navy stands vigila...