Indian Navy Boosts Maritime Surveillance with Key Seminar at INS Rajali
The Indian Navy took a big step forward in strengthening its ocean watch by hosting a two-day seminar on long-range maritime reconnaissance (LRMR) at INS Rajali in Arakkonam. This event highlights India’s rising role in keeping the Indian Ocean Region safe and secure.
Held on September 16 and 17, the seminar gathered top naval leaders, operations experts, and reps from Boeing Ltd. They dove into how LRMR platforms play a crucial part in protecting India’s interests across vast seas. Rear Admiral Shantanu Jha, Chief Staff Officer (Operations) at the Eastern Naval Command, kicked things off as the chief guest. During the event, they also released a collection of expert articles on maritime surveillance.
These articles spotlighted key assets like the P-8I aircraft and High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) drones, such as the MQ-9B Sea Guardian. These tools shine in anti-submarine warfare and wide-ranging reconnaissance missions, helping the Navy stay ahead of threats.
One exciting moment came when the Navy celebrated a huge milestone: INAS 312, their top LRMR squadron based at INS Rajali, hit 50,000 flying hours. This marks a first in Indian Naval Aviation history and shows the squadron’s nonstop dedication to guarding vital waters.
INAS 312 flies advanced Boeing P-8I aircraft, which have stretched the Navy’s reach far and wide. The team handles everything from hunting enemy submarines to watching key sea routes that support India’s security and trade.
Rear Admiral Jha praised the squadron’s skill and hard work, saying their efforts have greatly improved India’s maritime domain awareness. Sitting on the eastern coast, INS Rajali has become the heart of the Navy’s long-range surveillance ops. Beyond the P-8I fleet, it also runs MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones, giving the Navy a tech boost for long-haul missions over the Indian Ocean.
With these powerful platforms, the Indian Navy stands ready to tackle both old-school dangers and new challenges in a growing area of focus.
The seminar stressed the Navy’s push for homegrown skills and ties with global defense giants. It showed how cutting-edge surveillance tech, mixed with sharp operations know-how, is reshaping India’s strength at sea amid tough security issues.
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