Why India may need a third aircraft carrier as China expands its fleet

Navies worldwide face challenges with aircraft carrier availability due to maintenance schedules. The US Navy currently has four carriers deployed and others undergoing essential upkeep. India operates two carriers and seeks a third to maintain optimal operational readiness. China is expanding its carrier fleet, posing a growing strategic challenge. Maintaining sufficient carrier numbers is crucial for projecting power in contested regions.

By TIMESOFINDIA.COM