Research Areas
Enhancing Maritime Consciousness
Maritime history, heritage, culture, ancient seafaring knowledge, naval traditions, and Indiaβs maritime identity.
Indian and Regional Maritime Security
Indiaβs maritime security environment, regional naval developments, Indian Ocean security, maritime threats, and strategic partnerships.
Resilience, Sustainability, and Ocean Resources
Ocean-based development, coastal resilience, marine resources, sustainability, climate impacts, and environmental security.
Public International Maritime Law (PIML)
International maritime law, ocean governance, UNCLOS, maritime boundaries, law enforcement, and maritime legal regimes.
Maritime Connectivity
Ports, shipping, shipbuilding, maritime logistics, trade routes, supply chains, and Indiaβs maritime economic infrastructure.
Maritime Technology
Emerging technologies, maritime data, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, naval innovation, digital shipping, and maritime domain awareness.
Maritime Safety
Safe, secure, and efficient activities at sea, including safety of life and property, navigational safety, search and rescue, maritime incidents, and risk reduction.