We don't need a massive navy,,, we need a small but technologically superior navy,,, Our coastal area is much smaller,,, our key trade routes are on west i.e. away from our enemies,,, however, three important considerations are required,,we
1.) Very strong air defense
2.) Very strong naval air offence
3.) Keep a strong eyes on western naval bases of our enemy,,, Capabilities on western side and assets they have...
Navy's key strategy should be to defend against Naval blockade which does not require no.s but require a good offensive defensive mix,,, and very stealthy submarine mix capable to withstand detection even from P8 aircraft,,, if S-20 are capable of this and our frigates have strong SAMs capable defense then we are way better ...
Remember that Indian Oil routes are on west i.e. towards Pakistan,,, Pakistan can pose threat to Indian oil ships,,,
Now what we have to do is to make diplomatic relationships with other countries so strong that no other nation provide port facilities to indian navy in wartime,,, furthermore, Oil blockade of India can be implemented from western sides both using diplomatic and offensive measures ...