Hello, Warriors. Rajendra Singh took charge as the Director General of the Indian Coast Guard, the first non-Navy officer to be elevated to the top post. Singh was the Additional Director General of the Indian Coast Guard. His elevation as the DG was approved by the Appointments Committee of Cabinet on 24th February 2016.
This is the first time an officer from within has been promoted as its Chief which was traditionally headed by a three-star Naval officer since it was set up in 1978 as the country’s fourth armed force after the Army, Navy and IAF.
Here’s all you need to know about DG Rajendra Singh:
- Rajendra Singh, belongs to the first batch of Indian Coast Guard in 1980.
- He was the Inspector General (West region) during the 26/11 terror attacks, took charge from Vice Admiral H C S Bisht.
DG Rajendra Singh - He is the first officer from Coast Guard to head the maritime security agency. The top post was earlier held by officials from the Indian Navy.
- The officer has commanded each class of Coast Guard Ship in service, which includes the Interceptor Boat, Inshore Patrol Vessel, Fast Patrol Vessel, Offshore Patrol Vessel and Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel.
- Singh was awarded the Tatrakshak Medal (TM) by the President on August 15, 1990.
- In recognition of his distinguished service, he was awarded President’s Tatrakshak Medal (PTM) again on August 15, 2002.
- Having served in various capacities both ashore and afloat, Singh has a track record in the field of Operations, Administration, HR and Policy and Plans.
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