The Prime Minister today dedicated country's largest warship, INS Vikramaditya, to the nation. Addressing officers and sailors of the Navy on board INS Vikramaditya, Mr Modi said strengthening of security across the country is government's top priority. Describing the induction of the largest warship as a “historic” step, Mr. Modi said INS Vikramaditya will add to the strategic force of the nation.

The Prime Minister stressed on the need for self-reliance in defence equipment manufacturing and said that the country needs to to give immense importance to latest technology. Mr Modi also pitched for indigenously developed defence equipments and said we must be self-sufficient.

The Prime Minister said that his government will build a national level war memorial and said that one rank one pension will be implemented soon. Mr Modi also called for setting up a Naval NCC network across the country's coastline that could prepare a dedicated force of soldiers which could help the Navy emerge as a big force in the coming times.

The Prime Minister was accompanied by Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar and Navy Chief R K Dhowan. Mr Modi was given a ceremonial guard of honour on his arrival at the warship. Mr Modi witnessed air power demonstration by Naval Aircraft , including MiG 29K, Sea Harriers and Sea King helicopters. He watched high-speed manoeuvres by the western fleet ships, including aircraft carrier INS Viraat, Delhi-class destroyers and Talwar-class frigates.