Bhubaneswar: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, on Friday called on Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram at Lok Bhavan and discussed issues relating to maritime security, the Indian Navy’s role in safeguarding national interests and the welfare of naval veterans.
During the meeting, the two sides also discussed initiatives to inspire and motivate the youth to join the armed forces and contribute to nation-building.
The discussions highlighted the Indian Navy’s critical role in protecting the country’s maritime interests and its broader contribution to national development beyond its primary responsibility of maritime defence.
The welfare of naval veterans and recognition of their contributions to the nation also featured prominently during the interaction.
“The interaction focused on key issues pertaining to maritime security, Indian Navy’s critical role in protecting national interests, welfare of naval veterans, initiatives to inspire youth and the Navy’s broader contribution to nation-building,” the Odisha Governor’s office said in a post on X.
