President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to Indian Navy personnel, veterans, and their families on Navy Day, December 4, 2025. She said the nation salutes the brave men and women who protect maritime borders with courage, vigilance, and unwavering commitment. In a post on X, she highlighted the Navy's role in securing trade routes, boosting the blue economy, and leading humanitarian missions. "Warm greetings to Indian Navy personnel, veterans and their families on Navy Day! The nation salutes the brave men and women who safeguard our maritime borders and national interests with courage, vigilance and unwavering commitment," Ms. Murmu said. Navy Day honors the Navy's crucial role in India's defence. December 4 marks its valour during the 1971 war when it inflicted heavy losses on Pakistan.