Abstract: India’s maritime domain holds immense potential for driving sustainable economic growth, technological innovation, and community resilience. However, challenges such as limited infrastructure, environmental degradation, and a skills gap threaten to hamper this progress. This conversation explores how education, institutional reform, and technological foresight are reshaping India’s maritime aspirations. From blue accounting and marine biotechnology to shipbuilding and AI-enabled ports, the discussion unpacks strategic imperatives for India’s blue economy. The insights offered emphasize the need for sustainable practices, inclusive capacity building, and a shift in national consciousness about the ocean's central role in development.