Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh Underscores India’s Rising Maritime Power, Indigenous Naval Capability and Strategic Strength at Barakhana in Visakhapatnam

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh attended a Barakhana organised by the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam on October 05, 2026, where he interacted with Indian Navy personnel and their families. He highlighted the Indian Navy’s growing combat prowess, its role in the Indo-Pacific, and its historical valour during the 1971 War, including Operation Trident. Emphasizing India's indigenous defense capabilities, he noted the development of advanced platforms such as indigenous aircraft carriers, nuclear submarines, stealth frigates, and Scorpène-class submarines. He underscored a broad vision of leveraging the oceans for economic development, national prosperity, and strategic power.