Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) honored Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Chief of the Eastern Naval Command, during his visit on October 10, 2025, reflecting the strategic partnership between the Indian Navy and the historic shipyard in Visakhapatnam. HSL’s leadership acknowledged the Vice Admiral’s pivotal role in the shipyard’s transformation into a modern defense enterprise, emphasizing its contributions to the Navy’s operational readiness through timely ship and submarine refits. The Vice Admiral praised HSL’s ongoing projects, including Fleet Support Ships, which are crucial for enhancing India’s self-reliance in maritime manufacturing. This collaboration underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its indigenous defense capabilities, vital for maintaining maritime security in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.