Indian Navy
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The Indian Navy is the maritime branch of the Indian Armed Forces. The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Navy. The Chief of Naval Staff, a four-star admiral, commands the navy.
Ancient Indian ship on lead coin of Vasisthiputra Sri Pulamavi, testimony to the naval, seafaring and trading capabilities of the Sātavāhana Empire, during the 1st–2nd century CE.
Three-mast sailship, Ajanta Caves Cave No.2 c. 5th century.
Sculptured frieze depicting two Boitas of Ancient Kalinga found near Brahmeswara Temple. 10th century.
The Ganj-i-Sawai, one of the largest trade ships in the 17th century.
Sardarilal Mathradas Nanda
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Admiral Sardarilal Mathradas "Charles" Nanda, PVSM, AVSM was an Indian Navy admiral who served as the 6th Chief of the Naval Staff from 1 March 1970 until 28 February 1973. He led the Indian Navy duri
Admiral Nanda as Chief of Naval Staff
Admiral Nanda reviewing an honour guard at INS Adyar in 1972.
Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi congratulating the Chiefs of the three services, General Sam Manekshaw, Admiral SM Nanda and Air Chief Marshal PC Lal.
CNS Adm Sureesh Mehta and other Naval Officers paying tribute to Adm Nanda.