Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday witnessed the operational demonstration by the Indian Navy at the International Fleet Review in Visakhapatnam.

The 30-minute long operational demonstration showcased multi-dimensional operational tasks undertaken by the various arms of the Indian Navy.

Speaking at the event, Modi said that India would host the first ever Global Maritime Summit in April this year.

"My profuse thanks to men and women of Indian Navy for their tireless dedication for making this Fleet Review a truly historic success. For me, personally witnessing the harmony among best of international navies has been a rewarding experience. Your participation is a message of cooperation and friendship that we deeply cherish," the prime minister said.

Announcing that India would host the first ever Global Maritime Summit in April, Modi said, "Threat of sea borne terror, of which India has been a direct victim, continues to endanger the regional and global peace and stability. Given the scale and complexity of modern day challenges international maritime stability cannot be the preserve of a single nation. Navies and maritime agencies of the world need to work together and engineer virtuous cycles of cooperation."

"We must use seas to build peace, friendship and trust and curb conflict. Our approach is evident in our vision of 'Sagar', which means ocean, and stands for Security and Growth for All in the Region. Indian Ocean Region is one of my foremost policy priorities," Modi said.

Several warships, submarines, aircraft as well as Marine Commandos presented an action-packed display of the capabilities of the Indian Navy.

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R.K. Dhowan, were also present on the occasion.

Prime Minister Modi earlier tweeted about the event and said that he would share his thoughts at the Fleet Review later this evening.

The prime minister had earlier reviewed the demonstrations at Maritime Exhibition and the IFR Village at AU Engineering College Ground.