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Indian Navy Commissions MH-60R ‘Romeo’ Squadron INAS 335 at INS Hansa, Goa

In this exclusive report from INS Hansa in Goa, India Today's Manjeet Singh Negi covers the commissioning of the Indian Navy's second MH-60R 'Romeo' helicopter squadron, INAS 335. Commanding Officer Captain Dhirendra Bisht describes the new unit as the 'eyes, ears and first hunters of the fleet,' emphasizing their critical role in anti-submarine warfare and surveillance in the Indian Ocean Region. The report also features insights from Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, who terms the helicopters 'flying frigates,' and pilot Lt Commander Prakhar Bhargava, who highlights the platform's advanced sensors and all-weather capabilities.