Join us in this insightful discussion with Adm. Arun Prakash and Rear Adm. Monty Khanna as we explore the rich history and evolution of Indian maritime and shipbuilding. From India’s ancient seafaring legacy to modern advancements, this conversation sheds light on the journey of indigenization and self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) in the maritime sector, with 70% of Indian Navy ships now being built domestically. We compare India’s shipbuilding processes and quality with global leaders like China, Japan, and Russia, analyzing the challenges and opportunities in both defense and commercial shipbuilding. The discussion also addresses the role of private players, shipyard reforms, and the untapped potential of India’s inland waterways. With China dominating 50% of global shipbuilding demand, can India emerge as a major player? Should the maritime sector be declared strategic to boost national security and economic growth? We also examine how the Indian Navy significantly contributes to the nation’s economy and emphasize the urgent need for reforms in ship repair and infrastructure. 0:00- Introduction 3:02 -Changes in the future 9:23 - Ship Repair 11:08 - How can our nation become a maritime power 13:00 - Suggestions Regarding Shipyards reforms 15:17 - Public and Private Sector in Ship Building 19:20 - Advantages of Consolidation 21:54 - Historical reasons behind this lacking 23:50 - Issues concerning national security 25:40 - Awareness in the Maritime Domain 29:02 - Maritime as a strategic sector 30:05 - Inland Waters 31:50 - Importance of Maritime Power 34:10 - Outro Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diaryofapublisher/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diary-of-a-publisher-d-o-a-p/ X: https://twitter.com/PressPentagon https://x.com/shivamarya146?s=21 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments! #doap #podcast #geopolitics #maritime #navy #shipbuilding