The “Evaluation of India’s Indian Ocean Strategy” report tabled in the Indian parliament in August, deserves more attention globally. Unlike many other countries, India does not issue defence white papers. No maritime doctrine or strategic document has been publicly released by India since “Ensuring Secure Seas: Indian Maritime Security Strategy” in 2015. In the absence of updated strategic guidance, this report assumes significance, potentially filling a decade-long gap in charting India’s maritime direction.
