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India handed over defence spares to Seychelles as INS Teg docked at Port Victoria, marking another step in maritime cooperation. The ship’s visit includes joint surveillance, high-level meetings, and cultural exchanges. A yoga session and naval parade will further strengthen bilateral ties. The engagement highlights India’s strategic role in ensuring regional maritime security.

Key Points: India Delivers Defence Spares to Seychelles as INS Teg Docks

  • INS Teg delivers defence spares to Seychelles during 5-day visit
  • Joint EEZ surveillance planned to counter illegal fishing
  • Yoga session and cultural events deepen bilateral ties
  • Marching contingent to participate in Seychelles National Day parade
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India hands over spares for Seychelles Defence Forces as INS Teg docks at Port Victoria

India strengthens maritime ties with Seychelles, handing over defence spares as INS Teg arrives for strategic engagements and joint surveillance.

"The formal handover reinforces India’s commitment to regional security. – Indian Navy"

Victoria/New Delhi, June 27

India on Friday handed over the spares for Seychelles Defence Forces a day after Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Teg arrived at Seychelles' Port Victoria on a five-day operational port call marking another milestone in India's strategic outreach in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

Captain Vikas Guleria, INS Teg's Commanding Officer handed over the spares for Seychelles Defence Forces to the country's Chief of Defence Forces Major General Michael Rosette at ceremony held onboard INS Teg. High Commissioner of India, Kartik Pande was also present on the occasion.

INS Teg's visit, scheduled till June 30, is aimed at enhancing maritime security cooperation and strengthening defence relations between India and Seychelles.

During its stay, INS Teg will engage in a series of high-level interactions with Seychelles' top defence and government officials. The Commanding Officer is scheduled to call on the Chief of Defence Forces, Chief of Staff of the Seychelles People’s Defence Forces (SPDF), and the High Commissioner of India to Seychelles.

The formal handover of defence equipment and spares from India to SPDF is a key highlight of Indian Navy ship's visit and reinforces India’s commitment to regional security. Discussions will also be held focusing on collaborative engagement and mutual cooperation between the Indian Navy and SPDF.

Marking the International Day of Yoga, a yoga session themed 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' will be held, featuring participants from SPDF, the Indian diaspora, and naval personnel.

A cultural evening is also planned onboard, expected to be attended by Seychelles’ senior officials and diplomats, celebrating the growing friendship between the two nations.

As a gesture of outreach, the ship will be open to visitors, fostering greater understanding of the Indian Navy’s role and capabilities.

A marching contingent from the ship along with the famed Indian Naval Band will participate in a parade to commemorate the 49th National Day of Seychelles on June 29. A flypast will also be undertaken by the ship’s integral helicopter during the parade.

Notably, INS Teg will also undertake joint surveillance of Seychelles' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) from June 30 to July 2 along with Seychelles Coast Guard personnel, focusing on countering Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing.

The port call underscores India’s growing role as a key maritime security partner in the Indian Ocean and its enduring commitment to the safety of global commons.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Great to see India strengthening ties with Seychelles! The Indian Ocean is our backyard and such partnerships are crucial for regional security. The yoga session and cultural exchange are nice touches - shows our soft power along with military cooperation 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the strategic importance, I hope we're not overextending ourselves with these military commitments. We have our own coastal security needs too. That said, the joint surveillance against illegal fishing is a good initiative - protects marine resources for all.
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Arjun S.
INS Teg making us proud! 🇮🇳 The naval band parade will be spectacular - our armed forces know how to put on a show. More importantly, this shows China that India is serious about securing the Indian Ocean. Need more such port calls to counter their 'string of pearls' strategy.
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Sunita R.
Love the cultural diplomacy aspect! Yoga session + naval band performance = perfect blend of our ancient traditions and modern military strength. Hope the Seychellois people enjoy it as much as we enjoy sharing it. More such exchanges please!
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Vikram D.
Smart move by our navy. Seychelles is strategically located and we need strong partners in IOR. The spares handover might seem small but builds trust. Hope we're getting something in return too - maybe fishing rights or port access? Foreign policy should be give-and-take.
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Neha P.
While military cooperation is important, I wish we'd also highlight our development assistance to these nations. Building hospitals and schools creates lasting goodwill. The navy visit is impressive but let's not forget the power of civilian aid in diplomacy.

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