RAJNATH INAUGURATES NAVY’S STATE-OF- THE-ART HEADQUARTERS IN DELHI:

Why in the news?

Inauguration of Indian Navy’s new headquarters in Delhi by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh marks a significant milestone.

About the Inauguration Event:

  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the newly constructed Nausena Bhawan in Delhi Cantonment, marking a significant milestone for the Indian Navy.
  • The event signifies the establishment of the Navy’s first independent headquarters in Delhi, consolidating operations previously spread across 13 different locations.
Key Features of Nausena Bhawan:

●   The building consists of three wings across four storeys, incorporating innovative construction technologies for efficiency and sustainability.

●   It includes energy and water conservation measures such as solar generation systems and advanced building materials, achieving a Green Rating IV.

About Indian Navy :

●   President of India: Supreme Commander.

●   Chief of Naval Staff: Four-star admiral, heads navy.

●   Operational Activities:

●   Anti-piracy ops.

●   Deployments in South/East China Sea, Western Mediterranean.

●   Commemoration:

●   Indian Navy Day: December 4.