Navy Chief said, ‘Navy ships and submarines were ready during Operation Sindoor’

New Delhi: Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi has said that India’s new approach to consider terrorist attacks as a war is strengthening our strategy. He praised the strength and readiness of the Indian Navy during Operation Sindoor, which forced Pakistan to peace. He said this at the Naval Samman ceremony held on 27 June 2025 at Naval Bhawan in New Delhi. On this occasion, Admiral Tripathi said that today’s global security environment is changing complex and rapidly.

The ongoing struggles in the world increased the responsibility of the Navy

Admiral Tripathi said that after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir in April 2025, India decided to take terrorism as a war. This policy gave a new dimension to the operational perspective of the Navy. Indian Navy ships, submarines and aircraft were fully prepared under Operation Sindoor. Their deployment showed our strength and intentions in the sea field. The Navy chief said, “Our fast and balanced action not only showed our strategic strength and sea domination, but also forced our western neighbor to peace.” The Navy chief said that the ongoing struggles around the world have increased the responsibility, diversity and complexity of the Navy work. He insisted that the role of the Indian Navy has become more important than ever.

Many soldiers honored at Navy honor ceremony

The ceremony was first held in the newly formed Navy Bhawan, which was a historic moment in itself. During this time the Navy chief honored several brave soldiers. Commodore Karthik Srimmal was awarded the war service medal, who showed extraordinary leadership as the Fleet Operations Officer of the Western fleet during the Operation Resolution. In addition, the Navy Medal (Bravery), Navy Medal (Duty Duties) and Special Service Medals were also given to many marbles, who performed leadership, professional achievements and high quality service.

Admiral Tripathi mentions operation resolution

Admiral Tripathi also mentioned Operation Sankalp, which was started in December 2023. Under this operation, the Indian Navy took action against piracy, drone attacks and missile attacks on the east coast of the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, North Arabian Sea and Somalia. In this operation, the Navy performed brilliantly of its strength and preparations. Admiral Tripathi congratulated the honored marbles at the ceremony and said that the occasion symbolizes the Navy’s ‘courage in fire’ and ‘before itself’. He appreciated the sacrifice and dedication of the marines, who face every challenge for the security of the country. (PTI)