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The Indian Navy finds itself in the midst of an important period of modernisation as it continues to induct new platforms and strengthen its operational capabilities. Just last week, it inducted INS Malvan, the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft. These developments come at a time when the strategic environment in the Indian Ocean Region is becoming increasingly dynamic, making maritime preparedness and naval capability central to India’s national security priorities.
In this episode of Defence Mantra, we examine the latest developments in the Indian Navy and place them within the broader context of India’s maritime strategy. The episode looks at the newest ships being inducted into the fleet, the capabilities they bring to the Navy, and the operational areas receiving increasing attention as India prepares for future maritime challenges.
BharatShakti’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief Nitin Gokhale also examines the changing strategic environment in the Indian Ocean Region, particularly the growing presence of the Chinese Navy and what this means for India’s maritime outlook. Rather than looking at individual developments in isolation, he explains how these factors are connected and why they influence the direction of India’s naval modernisation.
Understanding the Indian Navy’s current trajectory is essential to understanding India’s wider maritime strategy. This episode explains the strengths the Navy continues to build upon, the priorities guiding its modernisation efforts, and the capability gaps discussed in the context of India’s long-term maritime objectives.
