Chief Hydrographer
| Chief Hydrographer | |
|---|---|
Flag of the Vice Admiral | |
since 1 February 2024 | |
| Indian Navy | |
| Reports to | Vice Chief of the Naval Staff |
| Seat | National Hydrographic Office, Dehradun |
| Salary | Joint Chief Hydrographer |
The Chief Hydrographer to the Government of India is a senior appointment in the Indian Navy. The Chief Hydrographer is the executive head of the National Hydrographic Office. The appointment is held by a Three star officer in the rank of Vice Admiral. The current Chief Hydrographer, Vice Admiral Lochan Singh Pathania, took over on 1 February 2024.