Governor of Telangana Jishnu Dev Varma on Saturday visited Indian Naval Ship (INS) Himgiri, the indigenously built advanced stealth frigate of the Eastern Fleet and a Kalvari Class Submarine at  Visakhapatnam. The visit served to highlight the growing synergy between State government’s leadership and the nation's maritime defense forces, while showcasing the pinnacle of Indian naval engineering. 

During his time onboard the frontline platforms, the  Governor was briefed on the unit’s sophisticated multi-mission capabilities, cutting-edge stealth design and its integrated advanced combat systems to conduct effective maritime surveillance and maintain a dominant presence across the full spectrum of modern maritime warfare. 

The Governor was apprised of the extensive use of indigenous technologies in the Indian Navy, a milestone that reflects India’s maturing prowess in the design and production of war platforms. This focus on "Aatmanirbharta" underscores the Indian Navy's commitment to building a future-ready force through domestic innovation and industrial partnership. 

Concluding the visit, the Governor expressed his deep appreciation for the pivotal role played by the Eastern Naval Command and the Eastern Fleet. He lauded their unwavering dedication to maintaining persistent maritime surveillance and their success in safeguarding the nation’s strategic interests within the vital Indo-Pacific region.