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Indian Navy: Assets Deployed Around Gaza: Indian Navy on Standby for Evacuation Operations | Bengaluru News_INSIGHT
Bengaluru: Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar on Saturday said that the Indian Navy is on “standby and has deployed assets to undertake evacuation operations if the need arises” due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He was here to deliver a keynote address at the Synergia Conclave 2023.
Fielding questions on the role of the Indian Navy in West Asia in the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Admiral Kumar said: “We have units deployed in the Gulfs of Oman and Aden, and the Red Sea for any assistance.The country is already providing relief materials to Gaza. The Navy was ready to undertake any task given by the government.” Addressing India’s national maritime domain, Admiral Kumar emphasised the Navy’s role in protecting, preserving, promoting, and pursuing national interests. With adequate resources and ongoing developments, he outlined plans for the Navy’s growth, projecting around 165-170 ships and submarines by 2035.
“We have adequate resources and are reasonably well funded. We are right now a 130-ship navy with about 220 aircraft. We have 67 ships and submarines under construction of all sizes. By 2035, we should have about 165-170 ships and submarines, along with an increase in the number of air assets. An acceptance of necessity (AON) has been given for another 45 ships and submarines,” he said.
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Fielding questions on the role of the Indian Navy in West Asia in the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Admiral Kumar said: “We have units deployed in the Gulfs of Oman and Aden, and the Red Sea for any assistance.The country is already providing relief materials to Gaza. The Navy was ready to undertake any task given by the government.” Addressing India’s national maritime domain, Admiral Kumar emphasised the Navy’s role in protecting, preserving, promoting, and pursuing national interests. With adequate resources and ongoing developments, he outlined plans for the Navy’s growth, projecting around 165-170 ships and submarines by 2035.
“We have adequate resources and are reasonably well funded. We are right now a 130-ship navy with about 220 aircraft. We have 67 ships and submarines under construction of all sizes. By 2035, we should have about 165-170 ships and submarines, along with an increase in the number of air assets. An acceptance of necessity (AON) has been given for another 45 ships and submarines,” he said.
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The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R Hari Kumar, stated that the Indian Navy is prepared for evacuation operations in West Asia if needed. The Navy has deployed assets in the Gulf of Oman, Aden, and the Red Sea. Admiral Kumar also outlined plans for the Navy’s growth, projecting around 165-170 ships and submarines by 2035. Additionally, he mentioned the Navy’s focus on manned-unmanned teaming and the development of unmanned air, surface, and underwater vessels. The Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, highlighted the evolving nature of diplomacy and the increasing proclivity for conflicts without clear end states or exit strategies. He emphasized the importance of technological advancements and the need for flexibility and adaptability in the Indian armed forces.
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The Indian Navy is prepared for evacuation operations in West Asia if necessary, according to Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar. The Navy has deployed assets in the Gulfs of Oman and Aden, as well as the Red Sea, and is ready to assist the government with relief efforts. Admiral Kumar also outlined plans for the Navy’s growth, projecting an increase in ships, submarines, and aircraft by 2035. Additionally, he mentioned the focus on manned-unmanned teaming and the establishment of an unmanned squadron in Karwar.
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