Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, on Friday. Following the spectacular success of Operation Sindoor, where the Indian Navy demonstrated its strength and strategic capabilities, he chose to visit the warship. During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Navy deployed INS Vikrant in the Arabian Sea. The Defence Minister met with naval officers and sailors to encourage them and discuss the operation’s success. His visit aims to boost the morale of the Navy personnel after their impressive achievement in Operation Sindoor.
INS Vikrant Strategic Role in Operation Sindoor: A Deterrent That Kept Pakistan’s Navy Confined
During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Navy carried out a forward deployment to the North Arabian Sea with its Carrier Battle Group. The group was led by INS Vikrant, which comprised 8 to 10 warships, such as destroyers and stealth guided missile frigates. This deployment sent a clear message to Pakistan that if it escalates tensions, the Indian Navy can target not only its warships but also ground targets. As a result, the Pakistani Navy could not muster the courage to move out of the Karachi Naval Base and demanded a ceasefire.
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Pakistan fears INS Vikrant, and this fact is well known. Pakistan operates fewer than 30 warships, limiting its naval strength. In contrast, INS Vikrant leads a powerful carrier battle group equipped with advanced technology and formidable firepower. During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Navy forward-deployed INS Vikrant, which prevented the Pakistani Navy from leaving Karachi port. This warship can target enemy vessels at sea, and its fighter aircraft and missiles can carry out precision strikes on land targets, posing a significant strategic threat.
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