SLINEX-26: India, Sri Lanka Conclude Bilateral Maritime Exercise in Vizag

The Indian Navy and Sri Lanka Navy have concluded the 13th edition of their bilateral maritime exercise, SLINEX-26, held in Visakhapatnam from September 17 to 21, the Ministry of Defence said.

The exercise featured participation by the Indian Navy’s indigenous anti-submarine warfare corvette INS Kavaratti and fleet tanker INS Jyoti, while the Sri Lanka Navy was represented by SLNS Sindurala.

Conducted under the aegis of the Eastern Naval Command, SLINEX-26 comprised a Harbour Phase followed by a Sea Phase. The Harbour Phase included professional interactions, cross-deck visits, the exchange of best practices, yoga, sporting events and cultural activities involving personnel from both navies.

The subsequent Sea Phase focused on coordinated activities at sea to enhance operational synergy and interoperability between the participating forces.
Conceptualised in 2005, SLINEX has evolved into an important platform for strengthening maritime cooperation, promoting mutual understanding and improving interoperability between the Indian and Sri Lankan navies.

According to indain navy, the exercise also reaffirmed India’s commitment to a secure, stable and inclusive maritime environment in line with its MAHASAGAR vision, while reinforcing the enduring maritime partnership between the two countries.

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