The Indian Navy currently operates three [1] commands — Western Naval Command located at Mumbai, Southern Naval Command located at Kochi and Eastern Naval Command located at Visakhapatnam. The Andaman and Nicobar Command, a unified Indian Navy, Army, Air Force and Coast Guard Command was set up in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in 2001. [2]

An Indian Army paratrooper with the 50th Parachute Brigade jumps from a helicopter. This article lists military bases of India abroad. The majority of India's military bases and facilities are located in the Indian Ocean region, with the rest in Asia.

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Mar 13, 2024 · The Indian Navy’s staging base at Agalega will enable marine patrols over the Mozambique Channel and allow the navy to keep an eye on commercial corridors throughout southern Africa.

Mar 5, 2024 · The Indian Navy is poised to commission a new naval base, INS Jatayu, in the Minicoy Islands of Lakshadweep on March 6. Reports indicate that New Delhi intends to build a new airstrip in Minicoy and upgrade the existing one on the Agatti Islands.

Mar 6, 2024 · On Wednesday, the Indian Navy commissioned a new base on Minicoy Island, which is part of the Lakshadweep archipelago, located off India’s southwestern coast and just 80 miles from the...

Aug 5, 2024 · This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies of Indian Military Bases Around the World, shedding light on their significance, capabilities, and the geopolitical implications of their establishment.

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Strategically important Indian military bases across the globe. This includes North Agalega Island, Base at Duqm, Assumption Island, Surkhet and Chabahar Port.

May 24, 2024 · India’s vast geographical expanse hosts a network of major military bases crucial for national defense. These bases serve as strategic hubs for the Indian Armed Forces, supporting operational readiness and response capabilities across various regions.