India plans big naval exercise in Arabian Sea, Pakistan's only sea trade route

September 29, 2016 07:56

As part of its post-Uri show of strength, India will hold a major naval exercise in the Arabian Sea in the coming weeks. The naval show, called the Defence of Gujarat Exercise, will take place near Pakistan's coast line.

Three dozen warships and submarines as well as Indian Air Force aircraft are likely to take part. The Arabian Sea is Pakistan's main sea trading route. Intelligence and defence officials said a show of naval strength in this area can be a crucial part of India's message to Pakistan.

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