Bangladesh, Sept. 23 -- The Indian Navy has launched its largest-ever shipbuilding initiative, a move that underscores New Delhis determination to become a self-reliant maritime power in an increasingly contested Indo-Pacific region. According to reports published by The Hindu on September 22, India currently has 54 vessels under construction across its shipyards, an unprecedented number that reflects both growing security concerns and aspirations of global naval prominence.

Senior officials revealed that ten of these warships are expected to be commissioned by December 2025, with the remaining ships scheduled to enter service by 2030. By 2035, Indias naval fleet is projected to cross the 200-ship mark, with the possibility of reaching a...