The Indian Navy was able to address very early the challenges posed by Covid-19 pandemic in the operational domain and quickly put into place processes and protocols to ensure that operational readiness of its units was not affected. And, that was crucial for evaluating the maritime security environment in the Indian Ocean Region on a continuous basis, especially considering the live situation with China across the LAC in Ladakh, points out Admiral Karambir Singh, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy in an exclusive interview with Aeromag Asia. Besides, in the backdrop of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan’ and a significant hike in FDI cap in defence sector, the Indian Navy, with selfreliance and indigenisation as its foundational aspects, will remain committed to ensure that indigenous shipbuilding delivers dividends, both technologically and economically, the Chief of the Naval Staff asserts. Excerpts from the interview: Admiral Karambir Singh, PVSM, AVSM, ADC Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy
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