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N one of the biggest demonstrations of its combat prowess in recent years, the Indian Navy has carried out a mega operation in the Arabian sea that involved two aircraft carriers, multiple warships, submarines and over 35 frontline planes amid China'

The Navy's aircraft carriers -- INS Vikramaditya and newly inducted INS Vikrant -- were the centrepieces of the exercise as they served as floating airfields for a wide array of aircraft, including MiG-29K and helicopters such as MH60R, Kamov and Advanced Light helicopters, officials said on Saturday.

The twin carrier operation involving 35 combat planes was done in pursuit of seeking marine security and power projection in and beyond the Indian Ocean.

গত সপ্তাহেই রাতে অন্ধকারে প্রথম বার আইএনএস বিক্রান্তে সফল ভাবে অবতরণের পরীক্ষা হয়েছিল মিগ-২৯কে যুদ্ধবিমানের। এ বার নামল রোমিও।

The MH60 Romeo is manufactured by Lockheed Martin. It is considered one of the most advanced anti-submarine helicopters in the world, and is an all-weather helicopter

The Indian Navy said that this achievement is yet another step towards ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

The Indian Navy has claimed that this is an important step towards the Indian government’s goal of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ in the defence sector

The milestone was achieved on Wednesday night when the ship was sailing in the Arabian Sea.

This challenging night landing trial also demonstrates the resolve, skill and professionalism of the Vikrant crew and the Naval pilots, says Indian Navy spokesperson

The Indian Navy on Thursday said, “This challenging night landing trial demonstrates the resolve, skill and professionalism of the Vikrant crew and the Naval pilots.”