Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India is becoming a significant maritime power, reflecting its ambitions amidst growing competition with China for influence in the Asia Pacific.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the shift of strategic importance from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean, indicating the region's emergence as a center of international rivalry.
India's record $15 billion investment in domestic defense manufacturing in 2024 marks a 17% increase, indicating a strong push to modernize and expand its naval capabilities.
The commissioning of newly launched vessels represents a significant advancement in India's quest to enhance its defense manufacturing and maritime security on a global scale.
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