India once ruled the seas, but can it do so again? In this episode of The India Story Podcast with Vikram Chandra, Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council takes a closer look at India’s forgotten maritime history and its critical role in shaping the future. From the Cholas and Harappans to today’s geopolitical race with China, the episode dives deep into how India lost its oceanic focus, and what can be done to reclaim it, including building ships, modernizing ports, and embracing maritime reform.