In an necessary announcement on the ‘Navy Day 2023’ celebrations on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared a major shift within the Indian Navy’s ethos, emphasising Indian cultural symbols. PM Modi expressed pleasure in India’s heritage and introduced the renaming of ranks within the Indian Navy to align with Indian tradition. He additionally revealed that the epaulettes worn by Naval officers would now bear the image of Shivaji Maharaj’s military.
PM Modi acknowledged, “With pleasure in our heritage, I’m proud to announce that the ranks within the Indian Navy could be renamed based on Indian tradition.” He lauded the Navy’s progressive step in appointing the nation’s first girl commanding officer on a naval ship. The Prime Minister expressed his happiness on the convergence of the Naval flag with the heritage of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
“Impressed by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the nation is transferring ahead, leaving the mentality of dependence behind,” mentioned PM Modi.
Reflecting on India’s historical past, PM Modi acknowledged, “The historical past of India isn’t just the 1000-year-old slavery, defeat, and disappointment. The historical past of India is of victory, bravery, data, science, artwork, and our naval experience.” He urged the nation to maneuver past the “politics of pessimism” and embrace a collective dedication to a developed India.
Through the celebration at Sindhudurg Fort, PM Modi prolonged Navy Day greetings and acknowledged the naval legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, stating, “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj knew the significance of the ability of the ocean.”
PM Modi additionally unveiled the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort in Sindhudurg, commemorating the legendary Maratha king’s contributions.
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In a broader context, PM Modi highlighted India’s function within the world enviornment, stating, “The world is seeing India as a ‘Vishwa Mitra.’ At the moment, India is setting spectacular targets; our nation has a wonderful historical past of victories.”
Emphasising the nation’s dedication to gender variety within the armed forces, PM Modi declared, “We’re dedicated to rising the energy of our ladies within the armed forces.” He acknowledged India’s deal with Blue Economic system and port-led improvement, encouraging service provider transport and utilising the potential of its oceans.
The ‘Navy Day 2023’ celebrations included operational demonstrations by Indian Navy ships, submarines, plane, and particular forces at Tarkarli seaside, showcasing multi-domain operations undertaken by the Indian Navy.
The occasion marked homage to the maritime heritage of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, whose seal impressed the brand new Naval Ensign adopted final 12 months with the commissioning of the primary indigenous plane provider INS Vikrant.