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Rajnath Singh calls Navy guardian of India's economy
Times of India··11 Jul
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the Navy is not just a fighting force but also a guardian of India's economy, Times of India reported. Speaking at INS Mahendragiri commissioning in Visakhapatnam, he said Operation Urja Suraksha escorted 18 merchant vessels carrying essential cargo worth over Rs 9,000 crore during the West Asia conflict.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Navy escorts protect cargo that feeds trade and energy supply chains.
- Indigenous shipbuilding can create skilled manufacturing jobs.
- Indo-Pacific security directly affects Indian commercial shipping.
What's Happening
- Rajnath Singh spoke at INS Mahendragiri commissioning.
- He cited escort of 18 vessels under Operation Urja Suraksha.
- He said the Navy guards India's economic interests.
Maritime Security
- West Asia conflict raised risks for merchant shipping.
- India presents itself as a net security provider in the Indo-Pacific.
- Project 17A frigates are part of indigenous naval expansion.
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