Second Naval Commanders' Conference opens at Nausena Bhawan with focus on combat readiness and Operation Urja Suraksha
30 September 2026
The second edition of the Naval Commanders' Conference is being held at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, from 29 September to 1 October 2026. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan gave the inaugural address. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General NS Raja Subramani and Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth addressed the commanders. Themes include combat readiness, maritime surveillance, technology absorption, self-reliance and tri-service integration. The Navy-led Operation Urja Suraksha, which protects India's energy interests amid West Asia tensions, was highlighted.
In plain words
Operation Urja Suraksha Navy-led energy security operation — The Navy's operation to protect India's energy interests amid West Asia tensions.
Tri-service jointness Integration of Army, Navy and Air Force — Closer coordination and data sharing among the three armed services.