SECOND EDITION OF NAVAL COMMANDERS’ CONFERENCE 2026 AT NEW DELHI

The second edition of the Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 commenced in New Delhi to discuss operational preparedness, maritime security, and future capability development. The conference was addressed by the Raksha Mantri, who highlighted the Indian Navy's strategic role, its position as a First Responder and Preferred Security Partner in the Indian Ocean Region, and its conduct of Operation Urja Suraksha. Discussions among the Chief of the Naval Staff, Chief of the Defence Staff, and Chief of the Army Staff focused on technology absorption, Aatmanirbharta (indigenous capability development), jointness, Tri-Service synergy, and integrated responses to emerging security challenges.