India and Oman Showcase Naval Strength in Indian Ocean Exercises
The Indian Navy and Oman’s Navy conducted joint maritime exercises, enhancing operational coordination and showcasing naval capabilities.
New Delhi, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : The Indian Navy recently conducted a bilateral maritime exercise, “Naseem Al Bahr,” alongside the Royal Navy of Oman. The exercise featured the Indian warship INS Surat, which engaged in various collaborative activities with Omani naval forces.
During the port phase, experts from both navies exchanged insights on critical topics, including explosive ordnance disposal, underwater mine detection, and maritime surveying. This exchange allowed personnel from both countries to share technical knowledge and operational experiences.
In the subsequent maritime phase, INS Surat and the Omani vessel Al-Muazzar participated in joint operational activities. Sailors from both ships conducted boarding exercises, enhancing their skills in search and seizure operations. Additionally, personnel exchanges were facilitated to strengthen cooperation.
These exercises enabled both navies to practice coordination and improve their capabilities for conducting joint missions at sea. The “Naseem Al Bahr” exercise underscores the robust maritime partnership between India and Oman, reflecting their shared commitment to enhancing naval cooperation. It also supports India’s increasing collaboration with regional maritime partners, aligning with the government’s “Ocean” vision to promote maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean region.
The Indian Navy stated that the primary goal of the exercise was to enhance synergy between the two naval forces, share operational experiences, and develop better collaboration for maritime missions. Numerous military activities were conducted during both the port and sea phases, allowing naval personnel to familiarize themselves with each other’s capabilities and operational methods.
In related news, the Indian warship INS Tarkash recently completed its mission in Port Louis, Mauritius. During this campaign, Indian officials met with the Secretary of Home Affairs of Mauritius and conducted maritime security exercises, with the local police commissioner visiting the Indian warship.
