India's maritime strategy involves protecting its coastline and maritime interests through a naval force. It has three facets - maintaining maritime security during peace, responding to crises, and developing force capabilities. As an peninsula surrounded by water, India's grand strategy and national policy must incorporate a maritime component to safeguard its trade routes, energy supplies, and strategic interests spanning the Indian Ocean. The Indian Navy seeks to develop capabilities commensurate with India's strategic position and responsibilities as a regional power.