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News India Live, Digital Desk: It is said that whoever has a strong hold on the sea, the politics of the world also revolves around him. Nowadays, something is happening in the Indian state of Bengal, especially Haldia, which is being watched carefully not only by defense experts but also by our neighboring countries. The Indian Navy is moving towards creating a strong base here (INS Maitrayee). This is not just a construction work, but India’s strengthening stake in the ‘Bay of Bengal’.
Why was Haldia chosen?
If you look at the map, Haldia is strategically located at a very important place. This area is like a ‘gateway’ in terms of maritime trade and security. Having a full-fledged naval base here directly means that now India’s eye on the north-eastern maritime borders and activities near the borders will become even sharper.
Why stress on neighbors?
Now the question is, what difference does this make to China and Bangladesh? In fact, China has been trying to increase its presence in the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean for a long time. He wants to dominate this entire region through his submarines and ships. But the Indian Navy’s activity in Haldia will create a big wall in front of these ambitions of China.
As far as Bangladesh is concerned, due to geographical proximity any military strength has an impact on mutual balance. Although India’s relations with Bangladesh have been good, India does not want to make any laxity in the matter of security. Having sea backup for the security of the ‘Siliguri Corridor’ (which we also call Chicken Neck) is a huge victory for India.
This is not just a base, it is a trust…
Often such news gets buried in files, but this time both the government and the Navy seem to be very active. The development of infrastructure at Haldia will not only help the Navy expand its reach but will also provide a security cover to the local economy and port functioning. When we talk about coastal security, this vigilance of the Bay of Bengal will prove to be a game-changer in dealing with future challenges like infiltration and smuggling.