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Admiral Swaminathan: Sea Belongs to Humanity Amidst Evolving Maritime Challenges
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News18•24-09-2026, 18:49
Admiral Swaminathan: Sea Belongs to Humanity Amidst Evolving Maritime Challenges
- •Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan discussed the changing maritime environment and 21st-century challenges at News18 DEFCON 2026.
- •Admiral Swaminathan emphasized that the sea is the common heritage of humanity, traditionally free and open for legitimate purposes.
- •He highlighted three predominant factors transforming the maritime environment in the 21st century.
- •His remarks were part of News18 DEFCON 2026, where defence leaders and experts are discussing India's security landscape and maritime strategy.
Key Questions Answered
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan stated that while the sea traditionally belongs to the common heritage of humanity and remains free and open, the 21st-century maritime environment is becoming increasingly competitive, with geography being weaponized to control resources and contest shared spaces.
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan highlighted that India has built more than 100 ships domestically as part of its long journey toward self-reliance and indigenous defense capability.
The Indian Navy collaborates with industry partners through annual flagship events like the Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation seminar to stay updated on technological developments and facilitate the quick induction of new technology into the force.
