The 23rd edition of the bilateral naval exercise VARUNA, symbolising the robust maritime partnership between India and France, is scheduled to take place from March 19 to 22.
The President received an in-depth briefing on the Indian Navy's missions and strategic operations.
This would be the President’s first voyage aboard the aircraft carrier to witness a wide range of naval operations.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address the first edition of the Naval Commanders' conference onboard INS Vikrant, India's first indigenous aircraft carrier, scheduled to commence on March 6, an official release said.
In a major success for made-in-India weapon systems, Indian Navy on Monday carried out the maiden landing of homegrown LCA(Navy)…
The army and air force, though officially silent on the navy’s demand for a third aircraft carrier, have also been concerned about depleting budgets and the impact on their share in case the navy’s case for a third carrier is accepted. The air force is more concerned as its squadron strengths are rapidly depleting.
On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the new Naval Ensign 'Nishaan' at Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, doing away with the colonial past and befitting the rich Indian maritime heritage.
Taking to Twitter, veteran Congress leader Jairam Ramesh tweeted, "India's 1st indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant commissioned today is a collective effort of all govts since 1999.
To achieve targets, the government has made path-breaking changes in the sectors like health, education, trade, transport and communication, he said.
During the event, the Prime Minister also unveiled the new Naval Ensign (Nishaan), doing away with the colonial past and befitting the rich Indian maritime heritage.
