Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant turns back

According to the Indian Navy, INS Vikrant was deployed to the Arabian Sea in view of the recent tensions between Pakistan and India.INS Vikrant unexpectedly returned to Karwar Naval Base on April 25The Indian government deployed INS Vikrant on April 23 near Pakistani territorial waters in the North Arabian Sea.

Due to the presence and continuous patrolling of the Pakistan Navy at sea, the Indian Navy decided to recall the aircraft carrier.

However, according to the latest satellite intelligence (IMINT) images taken on April 26, 2025, INS Vikrant has re-anchored at Karwar port.

Moreover, satellite images from April 23, INS Vikrant was heading towards the open waters of the Arabian Sea.Indian media and social media were in a frenzy over the deployment of INS Vikrant.

If the Pakistan Navy’s “carrier killer” missile systems are activated at sea, retreat is the only safe option.