Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral R Hari Kumar, underscores the imperative to revamp our traditional war-fighting infrastructure to align with emerging paradigms of future conflicts. During his address on “Maritime Challenges of India and Indian Navy’s Endeavours” at the Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Pune, on February 19, 2024, Admiral R Hari Kumar emphasizes the Indian Navy’s vision as the Preferred Security Partner.
He highlights the significance of the Indian Ocean Region, its maritime challenges, and stresses the need for a self-reliant approach and intensified collaborative efforts to ensure maritime security. The Chief of Naval Staff underscores the role of techno-warriors in shaping the armed forces in the era of jointness and advocates for integrating niche technologies in future warfare.
Admiral R Hari Kumar’s visit to MILIT in Pune coincides with the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the great Indian warrior who laid the foundation for the modern Indian Navy. The CNS also tours newly established labs at MILIT, commending the institute for its role in preparing officers from the three services, including those from Friendly Foreign Countries, as techno-warriors, future commanders, and staff officers.
