India, Oct. 30 -- Terming India's vibrant democracy and reliability its "defining strength", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that amid global tensions, trade disruptions, and shifting supply chains, "India stands as a symbol of strategic autonomy, peace, and inclusive growth".

Addressing the Maritime Leaders' Conclave organised as part of the India Maritime Week 2025, Modi said: "India's vibrant democracy and reliability is its defining strength. When the global seas are rough, the world looks for a steady lighthouse. India is well poised to play that role with strength and stability. Amid global tensions, trade disruptions, and shifting supply chains, India stands as a symbol of strategic autonomy, peace, and inclusive gr...