Why Indian Navy Day is celebrated on December 4?

India celebrates Navy Day on 4 December to honour the Indian Navy’s strategic role, bravery, and sacrifices. Marking Operation Trident during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War, the day commemorates a decisive naval victory and pays tribute to fallen soldiers. Celebrations include Navy Week events, public engagement initiatives, and messages from national leaders, highlighting the Navy’s vital role in security, diplomacy, and humanitarian missions.