Navy to implement a new plan for deployment of warships in the Indian Ocean region to effectively counter China's growing presence<br/>in the strategically key waters.<br/>'<br/>Navy sources said in New Delhi today that the Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba has approved a "new mission-based deployment" plan involves deploying mission-ready ships and aircraft along critical sea lanes of communications. <br/>'<br/>On the second day of the four-day long naval commanders' conference being held in New Delhi the issue of China's growing assertiveness in the Indian Ocean figured prominently during the conference.<br/>'<br/>Chief of Army Staff Gen Bipin Rawat and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa addressed the conference during which they deliberated on a host of issues including deeper integration in functioning of the three forces. <br/><br/>Over the next two days, the Navy commanders are expected to discuss issues relating to safety.<br/>'<br/>'''''<br/>