Indian Navy Confirms Movements Of China Warships In Indian Ocean Region Post Warning

15 April, 2020

New Delhi, April 15: India on Tuesd ay confirmed the movements of seven to eight People’s Liberation Army Navy warships and a Chinese aircraft in the Indian Ocean region when Indian Navy Admiral Karambir Singh in January had already warned to notify before doing any kind of activities in the region.

Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, the admiral warned, “If anyone operates in our region, they have to notify us first” in January. However, the Indian Navy has noticed few activities of a Chinese aircraft carrier and warships through the Miyako Strait as part of a journey to the South China Sea that has been the part of Beijing’s ambitions to build and protect global trade routes.

Meanwhile, the Indian Navy on Tuesday informed that it is ready for war preparedness while stating that it has continued to monitor the Indian Ocean Region by carrying out regular maritime surveillance missions by day and night. “The Dornier squadron of the ENC, INAS 311, operating from the air station, has been undertaking regular maritime surveillance missions. Additionally, all other air assets have been kept mission-ready and prepared for immediate deployment should the need arise”, a statement issued by the Indian Navy read.

On the other hand, the navy is supporting the country’s civilian authorities to maintain the supply of essential goods during the nationwide lockdown in the country. “The manning of the airfield has been modified to ensure that all required safety services and airfield facilities continued to be available”, the navy added.

However, the statement issued by the navy made it clear that it will not lower down its guard to maintain its dominance in the Indian Ocean Region, which has been “threatened” by the Chinese side. Meanwhile, China has claimed that its growing presence in the region is due to patrolling practices.

Courtesy: Opera News/ newsbharati.com