INS Vikrant to be star attraction of Navy Day celebrations on December 3 in Kerala
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu will attend the Indian Navy Operational Demonstration in Thiruvananthapuram on December 3rd to showcase the Indian Navy's combat strength.
Background
The Indian Navy Operational Demonstration will be hosted by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi in Thiruvananthapuram. The event features the arrival of INS Vikrant, India's premier aircraft carrier, near Sri Lanka before its transit to Kerala.
Facts for Prelims
- PostAdmiral Dinesh K. Tripathi: Host of the Indian Navy Operational Demonstration
- PlaceThiruvananthapuram: Venue for Navy Day celebrations and operational demonstration
- FactINS Vikrant: India's premier aircraft carrier
- FactDecember 3: Date of Navy Day celebrations and operational demonstration
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of indigenous aircraft carrier capabilities in enhancing India's maritime security and power projection in the Indian Ocean Region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign platforms for blue-water navy operations
- Maritime deterrence: Projecting power near key shipping lanes and neighboring coastlines
Keywords: Maritime Security · Power Projection · Blue-water Navy · Strategic Autonomy · Indigenization
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