Manjeet Negi Reports: Navy Commissions Second MH-60R Squadron At INS Hansa In Goa

In this exclusive report from INS Hansa in Goa, India Today’s Defence Editor Manjeet Negi covers the commissioning of the Indian Navy’s second squadron of MH-60R Romeo helicopters. The new squadron, described as the ‘eyes, ears, and first hunters of the fleet,’ is equipped with advanced sensors, Hellfire missiles, and torpedoes to enhance anti-submarine warfare capabilities. The report highlights the strategic importance of these assets in the Indian Ocean Region, particularly in countering increased Chinese naval activity. Technical teams also explain the rigorous maintenance standards required for the state-of-the-art avionics and weapon systems.