Rakesh Pal, AVSM, PTM, TM (1965 – 18 August 2024) was a flag officer of the Indian Coast Guard.

[5] On elevation to the flag rank, Pal was appointed Commander of the Coast Guard Northwest Region in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

As the region commander with rank of Inspector General, he was responsible for ICG's mandated charter including maritime surveillance of Gujarat, Daman, and Diu, coordination of coastal security with state governments and Maritime Search and Rescue.

[6] He later served as Deputy Director General for Policy and Plans at Coast Guard headquarters.

[9] On 26 January 2024, he was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal for distinguished service of an exceptional order.