In a bold display of strength, India has deployed 11 submarines simultaneously in a strategic move aimed at signaling resolve amidst escalating tensions with China. This deployment comes in response to reports of China dispatching four spy ships to the Indian Ocean, purportedly to monitor India's latest missile tests and to provoke the nation during its elections.
Currently, the Indian Navy boasts a fleet of 16 conventional submarines, comprising five Scorpene-class submarines, four HDW submarines, and seven Kilo-class submarines. Additionally, India possesses nuclear-powered SSBNs (Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile Nuclear-powered) with plans for further expansion. The location of these SSBNs remains classified due to their status as strategic deterrents.
India's naval capabilities are on an upward trajectory, with significant strides in indigenous submarine construction. While previously reliant on imports from Russia, India now produces half of its submarine fleet domestically. Over the coming years, there are plans to increase this to 80% - 90%, solidifying India's position as a formidable maritime power.
This development underscores India's commitment to bolstering its naval strength, ensuring the protection of its interests amidst evolving regional dynamics. As tensions simmer, the deployment of submarines serves as a clear message of deterrence, reaffirming India's readiness to safeguard its maritime domain.
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