Indian Coast Guard DG Rakesh Pal dies of cardiac arrest in Chennai

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Indian Coast Guard Director General Rakesh Pal passed away at a government hospital following a cardiac arrest, according to Defence sources.

An Overview of the News

• Pal was scheduled to attend an Indian Coast Guard event alongside Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Profile of Rakesh Pal

• Current Position: Appointed as the 25th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).

• Historic Achievement: First gunner of the Indian Coast Guard to hold the position.

• Education: Alumnus of the Indian Naval Academy; completed Electro-Optics Fire Control Solution courses in the United Kingdom.

• Career Start: Joined the Indian Coast Guard in January 1989.

Career Highlights and Achievements

• Key Positions Held:

  • Commander of Coast Guard Region (North West), Gandhinagar.

  • Deputy Director General (Policy and Plans).

  • Additional Director General, Coast Guard Headquarters, New Delhi.

• Awards:

  • Tatrakshak Medal in 2013.

  • President Tatrakshak Medal in 2018 for distinguished service.

• Service Record: Over 34 years of service in various capacities.