Operation Sankalp: Navy’s Gulf Security Mission
Why in the news
As tensions rose in West Asia in March 2026, Navy ships under this mission were readied for humanitarian and disaster relief work.
About Operation Sankalp
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Commitment (Sanskrit) |
| Launched | 19 June 2019 |
| Region | Indian Ocean Region (IOR) |
| Trigger | Ship attacks in the Gulf of Oman and Strait of Hormuz |
| Deployment waters | Hormuz, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman |
Aims
- Safe passage for Indian merchant ships
- Protection of trade routes
- Counter piracy and maritime terrorism
- Secure energy imports, mainly crude oil
Exam angle
- Run by the Indian Navy since 19 June 2019.
- HADR means Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief.