In which year Robin was born?
1954
When did Dhowan join Indian Navy?
January 1, 1975.
From where did he pursue his education?Â
He is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Defence Services Staff College and Naval War College in Rhode Island, USA.
What does Robin specialises in?
Dhowan is a Navigation and Direction Specialist.
What is the tenure of Robin as Admiral?
25 months. He will retire in May 2016.
Which are the ships he has commanded?
He has commanded front line warships INS Khukri, INS Ranjit, INS Delhi and served as Chief Staff Officer (Operations) Headquarters Western Naval Command. He has also served as Indian Naval Adviser at the High Commission of India, London. He has commanded the Eastern Fleet as Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet and served as Chief of Staff at Headquarters Eastern Naval Command, Visakhapatnam. He also has the distinction of commanding the prestigious ‘National Defence Academy’, his alma mater as the Commandant.