First Naval Commanders' Conference of 2026 concludes; Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy 2026 released
The first edition of the biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2026 was held at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, from 14 to 17 April 2026, and the Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy (INMSS-2026) was released during the conference.
Summary
The first edition of the biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2026 was held from 14 to 17 April 2026 at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, the Ministry of Defence said. The four-day apex conference reviewed the Navy's operational and materiel preparedness, infrastructure, logistics and human resources, and assessed the operational environment amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The Chief of the Naval Staff gave the inaugural address, and the Chief of Defence Staff and the Union Home Secretary interacted with the commanders; the Home Secretary stressed Navy–paramilitary cooperation on coastal security. The Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy (INMSS-2026) was released during the conference.
Key facts
- Event
- Naval Commanders' Conference 2026, first edition (biannual)
- Dates
- 14–17 April 2026
- Venue
- Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi
- Released
- Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy (INMSS-2026)
- Interactions
- CDS; Union Home Secretary (coastal security)
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which document was released during the first Naval Commanders' Conference of 2026 (14–17 April 2026)?
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Correct answer: B — Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy (INMSS-2026)
The Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy (INMSS-2026) was released during the conference.
The Naval Commanders' Conference concluded in April 2026 was held at which venue?
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Correct answer: D — Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi
The conference was held at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, from 14 to 17 April 2026.