The Indian Navy's First Training Squadron (1TS) concluded a three-day port call at Malé, Maldives on October 24, 2026, as part of its Long Range Training Deployment. The squadron comprised INS Tir, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi. The visit culminated in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with Maldives Coast Guard Ship Imaduddin, which enhanced operational coordination and interoperability between the two maritime forces.
During the port call, the program featured professional engagements and training interactions with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF). The Director of Maritime Operations and Training, MNDF, interacted with sea trainees of 1TS, while an MNDF delegation visited the Squadron to gain insights into the Indian Navy's operational and training roles. A blood donation camp was organized as part of humanitarian outreach, with over 40 personnel participating.
A deck reception was co-hosted by the High Commission of India and the Senior Officer of 1TS. The reception was attended by HE Ali Shareef, Minister of Climate Change, Environment and Energy; the National Security Advisor; the Vice Chief of Defence Force, MNDF; and other dignitaries. The port call reaffirmed the enduring maritime partnership between India and the Maldives and underscored the Indian Navy's commitment to regional cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region, in line with the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).
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