INS Sumedha, an indigenously built Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel, participated in the maiden India – EU Joint Naval Exercise 2023 from 24 to 26 October 2023. The exercise was conducted in two phases, which included a sea phase on 24 October 2023, followed by harbour phase from 25 to 26 October 2023 at Tema, Ghana.
The sea phase witnessed air and surface exercises such as communication drills, anti-piracy and cross-deck helicopter operations. The harbour phase involved wide-ranging activities comprising cross-deck visits, professional exchanges, knowledge sharing and discussions on contingencies for exchange of best practices among Indian and EU navies.
The joint exercise at sea and professional exchanges in harbour enhanced interoperability to undertake maritime operations in the Gulf of Guinea. Further, the exercise reaffirmed IN – EU navies ability to operate together and highlighted their shared and firm commitment to maritime security.
INS Sumedha’s participation in the maiden India – EU Joint Naval Exercise 2023 and anti-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Guinea region, 12,000 Nautical Miles away from India stands testimony to the Indian Navy’s enhanced access, reach and sustenance.
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