Summary
New ships are being built in India, with most parts made locally.
Women officers are now serving on front‑line warships and aircraft.
The navy protects important oil and gas shipments that keep India’s lights on.
Key Points
4 points1
Defence Minister said India is a preferred security partner in the Indian Ocean.
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The navy will add 18 warships in 2026, the biggest increase ever.
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India’s navy works with many other countries in combined sea missions.
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The navy’s work helps keep trade routes safe, which supports the economy.
New Words to Learn
7 wordsmaritime
related to the sea
surveillance
watching and checking things
strategic
planned to reach big goals
blue‑water
able to travel far across the ocean
indigenous
made inside the country
combined task force
a group of many countries working together at sea
empowerment
giving people more power and chances
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