Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR from the strategically-located Karwar naval base in Karnataka under a mission that seeks to reinforce India’s commitment to regional maritime security and international cooperation.
AS reported by PTI , During his visit to the base in the afternoon, Singh also inaugurated some newly-developed infrastructure at the key naval site, officials said. The Navy is expanding the crucial naval base as part of Project Seabird.
‘IOS SAGAR will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the Indian Ocean Region, reaffirming India’s commitment to build stronger ties with its maritime neighbours and working towards a safer, more inclusive and secure maritime environment in the Indian Ocean Region. @indiannavy,’ the defence minister’s office said in a post on X.
Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) is an initiative towards continued cooperation with IOR nations in pursuance of India’s vision of Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions (MAHASAGAR).
