"India aspires to be Nirmata, will become Nirnayak": PM Modi says 45 large naval platforms under construction
Kolkata, June 21
Hailing India's indigenous industrial and maritime capabilities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that about 40 Made-in-India warships and submarines have joined the Navy in recent years, and 45 large naval platforms are under construction.
PM Modi participated in the tri-commissioning ceremony of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray into the Indian Navy in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Addressing the tri-commissioning ceremony of three indigenous vessels, PM Modi said that the maritime sector is not an isolated sector and called it the "employment engine of a developed India."
He said that, as a creator, India will also be a global decision maker in the maritime sector.
The Prime Minister said, "India aspires to be a Nirmata (creator), and as a creator, we will also become Nirnayak (decisive). We are moving rapidly in this direction. In recent years, more than 40 Made-in-India warships and submarines have joined the Navy. This means that the Indian Navy gains a new strength almost every few weeks. Currently, 45 large naval platforms are under construction. This is not just a number; it is a testament to India's industrial capacity. It is a sign of India's future."
"India's maritime sector has the potential to create millions of new jobs in the coming years. This is why we don't consider the maritime sector merely an isolated sector. We see it as the employment engine of a developed India. A modern ship requires hundreds of tons of steel, electronics, machinery, and thousands of components, and thousands of companies work behind all this. This means that thousands of young people get employment," he added.
Further, he said that India has moved into the next phase of being a maritime power with its shipbuilding sector. He noted that more than 200 MSMEs contributed to the construction of the three ships commissioned today.
Hailing the policies for the manufacturing and shipbuilding sectors, the Prime Minister said, "More than 200 MSMEs contributed to the construction of the three ships commissioned today. We can imagine the vast number of jobs these 200 MSMEs, these small industries, would have generated. The time has come for India to enter the next phase of maritime power. Therefore, India has begun moving forward with a new vision for the shipbuilding sector."
"Numerous policy reforms have been implemented in recent years. Special steps have been taken to increase domestic manufacturing capacity, and shipbuilding, ship repair, ship recycling, and MRO are being viewed as a major national mission. The incentive package of Rs 70,000 crore announced for the shipping sector is not just an economic decision; it is an investment in India's maritime future," PM Modi said.
The three indigenously designed and built naval ships - INS Dunagiri, an advanced stealth frigate, INS Sanshodhak, a survey vessel (large) and INS Agray, an anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft, were commissioned into the Indian Navy.
The induction of three indigenously built frontline platforms will augment the strength of the Indian Navy.
Designed by the India Navy's Warship Design Bureau as well as by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, and constructed by GRSE, the vessels represent key operational capabilities across maritime combat, hydrographic surveying, and anti-submarine warfare.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Proud moment for India! 🇮🇳 Seeing indigenous warships like INS Dunagiri and INS Agray being commissioned makes me feel our 'Make in India' initiative is truly working. The employment generation through MSMEs is also very encouraging. Jai Hind!
Good to see progress, but we need to be realistic. While 45 platforms under construction is impressive, many of these projects have faced delays in the past. I hope the government ensures timely delivery and proper quality control. Also, the Rs 70,000 crore package should be utilized efficiently without corruption.
I'm glad to see the emphasis on MSMEs. Over 200 small industries contributing to just three ships shows how shipbuilding can boost local economies. But we also need to work on reducing dependency on foreign components for these warships. Self-reliance in defense is the ultimate goal!
Incredible achievement! India is truly becoming a maritime power. But I'm curious—how does this compare to countries like China? Are we closing the gap? Also, we need better coastal infrastructure to support this growing navy. Overall, very positive news for national security! 😊
The PM's vision of 'Nirmata to Nirnayak' is very inspiring. As a young Indian, I feel proud that our country is moving towards self-reliance in defense. The employment opportunities in the maritime sector are exactly what our economy needs. Kudos to the Navy and all the engineers who built these ships! 🙏
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