Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, delivered the General BC Joshi Memorial Lecture 2025 on “Shaping India’s Future through Sea Power and Self-Reliance – An Indian Naval Perspective” at Pune on 01 December 2025. Organised by Southern Command in collaboration with Savitribai Phule Pune University, the annual Memorial Lecture honours the visionary legacy of former Chief of the Army Staff, Late General BC Joshi and reflects the enduring academic–military partnership fostered in the region.
CNS outlined India’s expanding maritime potential, national shipbuilding ambitions, Blue Economy opportunities, and the centrality of sea power in securing and sustaining India’s rise. Emphasising Atmanirbharta as a strategic imperative, he highlighted decisive advances in indigenous capability, innovation and maritime outreach —reinforcing the shared commitment to shaping a secure, confident and future-ready Viksit Bharat 2047.
