Indian Navy gets first independent HQ ‘Nausena Bhawan’

Recently, the Defence Minister inaugurated the ‘Nausena Bhawan’, a new state-of-the-art headquarters of the Indian Navy at the Delhi Cantonment. 

Key Highlights

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(i) It establishes the Navy’s first independent headquarters in Delhi. 

(ii) Previously, the Navy operated from 13 different locations, making it difficult to coordinate. 

(iii) It is a centralised and technologically advanced headquarter that reflects the nation’s commitment to maritime excellence and national security. 

(iv) The building comprises three wings and four stories and incorporates innovative construction technologies to optimise efficiency and sustainability.

(v) The building has achieved a Green Rating IV under the Integrated Habitability Assessment.

(vi) Nausena Bhawan has an extensive IT infrastructure with support from UPS systems.

(vii) It features a comprehensive three-tier security system.