New Delhi, Nov 20 (PTI) Vice Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan on Thursday said the Indian Navy is aware that China is supplying submarines to Pakistan, and the force is "monitoring" the situation, and taking steps to ensure the country's maritime security and preparedness.

Interacting with reporters here ahead of 'Swavlamban 2025' -- a flagship event on innovation and indigenisation -- he also acknowledged reports that China has commissioned its third aircraft carrier, ' Fujian'.

Stated to be the most modern warship equipped with electromagnetic catapults, it was inducted earlier this month at a ceremony attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping, wrapped in secrecy.

Asked about China's supply of submarines and other platforms to Pakistan, the VCNS said, "It is a fact and

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