India, Oct. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Overview
Anchored in tradition and powered by technology, India's shipbuilding landscape is poised for global recognition. India's maritime sector has historically served as a vital link connecting the subcontinent to global trade routes, with centuries of seafaring and commerce shaping its economic foundation. India's shipbuilding tradition dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization, with archaeological evidence from sites like Lothal (in present-day Gujarat) indicating the existence of dockyards and maritime trade. Lothal's dock is considered one of the world's earliest known tidal docks.
Shipbuilding, often termed the "mother of heavy engineering", plays a central role b...