Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt embarked on a significant two-day visit to the Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC), culminating on September 18, 2023. During this visit, key discussions and interactions were held to underline the strategic importance of this picturesque archipelago in India’s defense landscape.
Comprehensive Briefing and Operational Discussions
The highlight of the visit was Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt’s visit to the ANC headquarters, where he received a comprehensive briefing and engaged in operational discussions with Commander-in-Chief, ANC, Air Marshal Saju Balakrishnan. These discussions centered on matters of strategic significance, emphasizing the vital role played by the ANC in ensuring the security and defense of India’s maritime interests.
Honoring Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
The visit commenced with a heartfelt homage paid by Shri Ajay Bhatt to the iconic freedom fighter, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, at Sankalp Smarak at INS Utkrosh. It was a moment of reflection on the historical significance of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands in the struggle for India’s independence.
During the visit, Shri Ajay Bhatt had the privilege of a courtesy meeting with Lieutenant Governor Admiral DK Joshi (Retd) at Raj Niwas. This meeting provided an opportunity to discuss various aspects of the island’s governance and its role in India’s overall defense strategy.
