Mumbai, Sep 2 (UNI) Launching of the all-Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant is a salute to the father of Indian Armament, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, said Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and welcomed the launch of INS Vikrant at a ceremony of presenting the new flag to the Navy.
The Chief Minister also congratulated the Indian Navy for both of these.
In a message, the Chief Minister said, 'Prime Minister Narendra Modi presenting the Vikrant warship and the new flag to the Indian Navy today is a historic and golden moment in the Indian defence sector. The strength of the Indian Army has further strengthened on all three fronts: land-sea and air. This is an important step for a strong, self-reliant India. For that, congratulations to all the forces of the Indian Army and salute and best wishes to all the brave soldiers who stood up with their breastplates for the protection of Mother India," CM said.