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Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron arrives in Maldives for long-range deployment

New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, arrived off Malé, Maldives, on October 21 as part of its long-range training deployment, underscoring the growing maritime partnership between the two neighbouring countries.
The squadron received a warm welcome from the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), highlighting the close defence ties and shared maritime interests of India and the Maldives.
During the visit, the Senior Officer of the First Training Squadron called on the Chief of Defence Force of the MNDF and the Commandant of the MNDF Coast Guard. Discussions focused on strengthening sustained engagement and expanding maritime cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Maldivian defence forces.
The Senior Officer also met India's High Commissioner to the Maldives, G Balasubramaniam. As part of the professional training programme, trainees from the squadron visited the Girifushi Training Centre.
The port call will also feature cross-deck visits, sporting events, social interactions and outreach activities aimed at fostering professional camaraderie, cultural understanding and closer ties between personnel of the two maritime forces.
The deployment reflects India's continued engagement with the Maldives in the maritime domain, with an emphasis on enhancing interoperability, strengthening operational cooperation and promoting regional security.
The visit is aligned with India's MAHASAGAR vision, Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions, which emphasises cooperation with maritime partners and a collaborative approach to security and development across the wider region.UNI PWS AAB
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