Title: The Indian Navy

ROLES OF THE INDIAN NAVY
It is obvious that our maritime assets are considerable and, therefore, will inevitably require to be safeguarded. Our ability to safeguard our own maritime interests is a function of our own internal unity, economic strength and our maritime capability. The responsibility of protecting these assets falls squarely on the 'men in white uniform'. One of the Navy's task is to ensure that our maritime interests which have vital relationships with the nation's economic growth, are allowed to develop unhindered both in peace and war. The strength of the Navy will thus directly contribute also to peace and security of the region.

Navies exist as a force that permits exercise of maritime power. Policing and diplomatic roles are complimentary peace time missions.

THE MARITIME DIMENSION
It is evident that as a major maritime nation, our vital economic and security interests are linked to the seas. Any aspirations of the country emerging as a major power would, therefore, imply that our Navy and our prowess at sea would play a vital role in our nation's destiny. The primary purpose of the Navy is to deter threats to our national security interests and if deterrence fails, to provide an effective military response. It is, therefore, essential to maintain naval forces that are not only adequate, but also recognised as adequate, to defend our strategic interests, backed by surveillance, real time connectivity and putting in place the 'system of systems'.

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