Operation Sankalp

Operation Sankalp
Part of Red Sea crisis, Spillover of the Israel–Hamas war, Piracy off the coast of Somalia
Date14 December 2023 – present
(6 months, 3 weeks and 5 days)
Location
Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean

Operation Sankalp is the Indian Navy's initiative aimed at ensuring the security of the regional maritime domain. The term Sankalp originates from Sanskrit and signifies the concept of "Commitment". It aligns with the Indian Navy's objective of safeguarding India's shipping interests and trade routes.[1]

Launched on 19 June 2019, Op Sankalp primarily focused on guaranteeing the safe transit of Indian-flagged vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz amidst escalating security concerns in the area. The protection of India's commercial fleet and maritime commerce is emphasised as a significant goal within the Indian Navy's responsibilities. Due to the intricate nature of the mission and the global context in which Indian Naval vessels operate, Op Sankalp is being executed in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) through active engagement and meticulous coordination with the Indian Ministries of Defence, External Affairs, Shipping, Petroleum and Natural Gas, and the Directorate General of Shipping.[2][3][4]

  1. ^ Sayan Chatterjee (8 May 2021). "Indian Navy's Operation Sankalp; safeguarding India's Maritime Trade routes". The Statesman. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
  2. ^ "Indian Navy Executes OP Sankalp". pib.gov.in. Delhi: Ministry of Defence (India), Government of India. Press Information Bureau. 20 June 2019. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
  3. ^ "Op SANKALP : 3RD YEAR OF INDIAN NAVY'S MARITIME SECURITY OPERATIONS". Janam Online. 20 June 2022. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
  4. ^ "INS Talwar Deployed in the Gulf as Part of the Navy's Op Sankalp". FORCE Magazine. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 20 March 2024.