{"id":346749,"date":"2025-09-23T20:51:27","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:21:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=346749"},"modified":"2025-10-01T10:37:47","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T05:07:47","slug":"building-an-atmanirbhar-indian-navy-by-2047","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/building-an-atmanirbhar-indian-navy-by-2047\/","title":{"rendered":"Building an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047"},"content":{"rendered":"

Source<\/strong>: The post Building an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047 has been created, based on the article \u201c54 vessels are being built for Navy; 10 to join fleet this year<\/strong>\u201d published in \u201cThe Hindu<\/strong>\u201d on 23 September\u00a0 2025. Building an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Building<\/p>\n

UPSC Syllabus Topic:<\/strong> GS Paper 3 –<\/strong>Internal Security.<\/p>\n

Context<\/strong>: India is executing its largest naval build. 54 vessels are under construction in Indian shipyards. This push secures maritime interests, supports SAGAR, and counters regional challenges.<\/strong> The effort aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat and the goal of a capable, Atmanirbhar Navy by 2047.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For detailed information on India<\/strong>\u2019<\/strong>s Maritime Atmnirbharta<\/strong> read this article here<\/a><\/p>\n

What is the vision of an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Combat-ready and future-focused: <\/strong>The Navy seeks to remain a Combat Ready, Credible, Cohesive, and Future Ready Force.<\/strong> It aims to deliver effects across the spectrum of conflict through a balanced, networked, multi-domain force.<\/li>\n
  2. Economic and trade enabler: <\/strong>India\u2019s GDP could surpass $26 trillion by 2047<\/strong>. With 95% of trade by volume and 68% by value sea-borne<\/strong>, secure sea lanes and port access are essential to growth and export-led development.<\/li>\n
  3. Atmanirbhar commitment: <\/strong>An unequivocal commitment to be Atmanirbhar by 2047<\/strong> will deepen defence self-reliance, generate employment, and contribute to Viksit Bharat<\/strong>..<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What are the major indigenous shipbuilding and submarine projects that will drive self-reliance in naval capabilities?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    1. Build & induction timeline: 54 vessels<\/strong> are in domestic build; several near delivery, with up to 10 warships<\/strong> to be commissioned by December 2025<\/strong>. All 54<\/strong> are planned to join the fleet by 2030<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    2. From buyer to builder: <\/strong>A significant number of warships are under construction in Indian yards, confirming the shift to a <\/strong>\u201c<\/strong>Builder\u2019<\/strong>s Navy.<\/strong>\u201d The expanding programme reflects long-term maritime self-reliance.<\/li>\n
    3. Recent milestones : INS Tamal, a Russian-built frigate,<\/strong> was commissioned as the last major warship constructed abroad. INS Androth, an ASW Shallow Water Craft with over 80% indigenous<\/strong> content, showcases growing domestic capability.<\/li>\n
    4. Project-75(I): Six AIP-equipped conventional submarines<\/strong> will be built in India<\/strong> with Transfer of Technology. Progressive indigenisation covers weapons, communications, navigation, and CWCS, enabling MRO, logistics support, jobs, and export potential.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      How is the Navy planning to achieve technological self-reliance across the five domains\u2014space, air, surface, sub-surface, and cyber?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      1. Space:<\/strong> Space-based Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)<\/strong> is being prioritised to raise maritime domain awareness and battle-space transparency. Better sensing and continuous visibility will support faster, more accurate decisions across missions.<\/li>\n
      2. Air:<\/strong> Shore-based and integral naval aviation will handle surveillance, fleet air defence, maritime and shore strike, anti-submarine warfare (ASW)<\/strong>, special operations, search and rescue (SAR)<\/strong>, intelligence gathering, and fleet logistics\/communications. Plans include Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF)<\/strong>, Deck Based Multi-Role Helicopters<\/strong>, and long-range maritime reconnaissance aircraft. Unmanned and autonomous systems with Manned\u2013Unmanned Teaming (MUMT)<\/strong> will deepen reach and persistence.<\/li>\n
      3. Surface<\/strong>: Centre on Carrier Strike Groups<\/strong>, next-generation destroyers, long-range precision seaborne attack vectors, credible land-attack<\/strong>, and expeditionary platforms for rapid, flexible power projection..<\/li>\n
      4. Sub-surface:<\/strong> An optimum mix of conventional submarines and nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs)<\/strong> will strengthen sea denial and undersea dominance. Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs)<\/strong> will remain the most potent and reliable component of the nuclear triad, ensuring credible strategic deterrence.<\/li>\n
      5. Cyber<\/strong>: Sharp offensive and robust defensive cyber capabilities<\/strong> will protect networks and platforms while disrupting adversaries. Cyber power will act as a force multiplier<\/strong>, enabling and amplifying effects across space, air, surface, and sub-surface operations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        What role do manpower, training, and recruitment reforms play in building a self-reliant and future-ready Navy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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        1. People-centric development: <\/strong>Policies foster holistic professional and personal growth. Organisational excellence and individual skills are strengthened to retain motivated human capital.<\/li>\n
        2. Realistic training: <\/strong>High-quality professional training under realistic combat conditions enhances competence and readiness. This improves collective performance and mission outcomes.<\/li>\n
        3. Modern recruitment: <\/strong>A three-pronged approach builds brand image, expands outreach, and eases procedures. It aligns with aspirations of the younger generation and provides clear pathways to service.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Why is an Atmanirbhar Navy crucial for India?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          1. Regional posture: <\/strong>As \u201cfirst responder<\/strong>\u201d and \u201cpreferred security partner\u201d in the IOR<\/strong>, the Navy advances SAGAR<\/strong> by enhancing security, building partners\u2019 capacities, and promoting cooperation. IPMDA in the IOR through IFC-IOR will share MDA for regional surveillance.<\/li>\n
          2. Deterrence &competition: <\/strong>The Navy must deter war and win decisively if required, while prevailing in daily competition. Chinese carrier developments are closely monitored, with concepts and capability plans refined against evolving threats.<\/li>\n
          3. Carrier-led projection<\/strong>: Carrier Battle Groups remain central to operations. They deliver unmatched mobility, flexibility, and a wide mission set at sea and ashore. This necessity has been underscored by the Standing Committee on Defence.<\/li>\n
          4. Scaled force goals: <\/strong>India targets over 200 warships and submarines by 2035, potentially 230 by 2037. A modern, large Navy will remain a critical instrument of national power in a complex geo-strategic environment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Question for practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n

            Discuss why an Atmanirbhar Navy by 2047 is crucial for India\u2019s maritime security and economic growth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Source: The post Building an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047 has been created, based on the article \u201c54 vessels are being built for Navy; 10 to join fleet this year\u201d published in \u201cThe Hindu\u201d on 23 September\u00a0 2025. Building an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Internal Security. Context: India… Continue reading Building an Atmanirbhar Indian Navy by 2047<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10320,"featured_media":347199,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1230],"tags":[216,406,10498],"class_list":["post-346749","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-9-pm-daily-articles","tag-gs-paper-3","tag-internal-security","tag-the-hindu","entry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Building-an-Atmanirbhar-Indian-Navy-by-2047.png?fit=1280%2C850&ssl=1","views":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/346749","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10320"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=346749"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/346749\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/347199"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=346749"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=346749"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=346749"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}