Indian navy ‘did not dare’ to approach Pakistani waters, says Deputy Naval Chief

WEB DESK: Pakistan’s coastal installations remained entirely secure and its commercial ports stayed fully operational despite Indian naval deployments, according to the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations).

Addressing a joint press conference alongside the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) and senior Air Force officials, the Naval Deputy Chief asserted that while India frequently touts its “blue water” capabilities, it failed to challenge Pakistan’s maritime sovereignty during recent tensions.

He maintained that Pakistan’s naval forces remain in a state of constant readiness, ensuring that the country’s maritime interests are protected during both peacetime and conflict, according to Samaa News.

Operational readiness and ‘Marka-e-Haq’

The official highlighted that India attempted to deploy its naval fleet in a show of force, yet failed to disrupt Pakistan’s maritime rhythm.

He credited the success of “Marka-e-Haq” to the seamless coordination between the three branches of the Pakistan Armed Forces.

According to the Deputy Chief, this joint operational planning acted as a “guarantee of success,” ensuring that Pakistani ports remained active and trade continued without hindrance.

He further claimed that the Indian leadership later resorted to “irresponsible statements” in an attempt to mask their hesitation and dispel internal fears regarding Pakistan’s defensive capabilities.

Humanitarian efforts and regional stability

Reiterating Pakistan’s stance on regional security, the official emphasised that Islamabad’s desire for peace should never be misinterpreted as weakness.

He pointed to the continuous modernisation of naval assets as evidence of Pakistan’s growing strength. To illustrate the professional conduct of the force, he cited a recent rescue operation involving the vessel Gold Atom.

While an Indian Navy ship was reportedly in the vicinity when the ship caught fire, it was a Pakistan Navy vessel that intervened, successfully extinguishing the flames and rescuing 11 crew members.

The Deputy Chief concluded by urging New Delhi to acknowledge “ground realities” and exercise greater responsibility in both its rhetoric and naval manoeuvres.