Chief of Naval Staff Admiral RK Dhowan today urged commanders to maintain highest combat readiness at all times. Speaking at the conclusion of the Naval Commanders' Conference, Admiral Dhowan emphasised upon India's geographic location and the prevailing security situation. He lauded the navy's efforts for its focused action in deterring piracy attempts off the Gulf of Aden and closer to Indian islands in the Arabian Sea. Admiral Dhowan highlighted that not even one India-owned ship has been hijacked since October 2008 due to the Indian Navy's proactive anti-piracy stance. <br/> <br/>The conference, which started on Monday, saw top commanders of the navy deliberate on several issues related to operation, combat readiness, administration and modernisation and indigenisation of the navy.<br/><br/>According to an official statement the discussions druing the conference will serve as a roadmap for the future navy till 2030 and indigenisation, in line with the Make in India initiative .