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India’s cutting-edge survey vessel INS Sandhayak arrived in Singapore on its National Day, reinforcing bilateral maritime ties. The visit highlights India’s leadership in hydrographic capacity building and regional cooperation. The ship, equipped for deep-water surveys and humanitarian missions, will engage in technical exchanges with Singapore’s navy. School visits and naval showcases are also part of the three-day diplomatic mission.

Key Points: INS Sandhayak Visits Singapore on National Day to Boost Maritime Ties

  • INS Sandhayak showcases India’s indigenous hydrographic capabilities
  • Visit includes professional exchanges with Singapore’s maritime agencies
  • Ship features deep-water surveying and SAR operations
  • Activities involve school visits and naval engagements
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Indian Naval Ship Sandhayak visits Singapore on its National Day

India's advanced survey vessel INS Sandhayak docks in Singapore, reinforcing hydrographic cooperation and maritime diplomacy during National Day celebrations.

"The visit reaffirms India’s commitment to regional maritime cooperation and strengthens bilateral hydrographic ties. – Defence Ministry"

Singapore City, August 9

Indian Naval Ship Sandhayak, the first indigenous Survey Vessel Large (SVL) with state-of-the-art hydrography capability, entered Singapore on the occasion of its National Day today for a three-day visit.

The visit reaffirms India's commitment to regional maritime cooperation and marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral hydrographic ties between the Indian Navy and Singapore's maritime agencies, a Defence Ministry release said.

The visit also demonstrates India's growing leadership in maritime diplomacy and regional hydrographic capacity building under the Indian Navy's Hydrographic Department framework.

INS Sandhayak was commissioned in February 2024 in the presence of the Defence Minister. The ship has full-scale coastal and deep-water surveying capacity and is capable of SAR/humanitarian operations with onboard helicopter and hospital functions.

The maiden visit of the ship to Singapore aims at facilitating technical/ professional exchanges and sustained hydrographic support engagements.

Key activities during the visit include call on Gary Chew, Assistant Chief Hydrographer, Singapore and courtesy call on Colonel Chauah Meng Soon, Commander 9th Flotilla, Royal Singapore Navy (RSN) by the Commanding Officer.

Other activities include visits from Royal Singapore Navy personnel onboard and showcasing the hydrographic capabilities of the Indian Navy. A visit for school children and families of the Office of High Commissioner of India (HCI) onboard is also scheduled as a part of the visit.

- ANI

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Priya S
Wonderful initiative to include school children in the visit! Exposure like this can inspire our next generation to consider careers in naval technology and maritime security. More such outreach programs please!
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Rohit P
While I appreciate the diplomatic gesture, I hope our navy is also focusing on modernizing older ships. New acquisitions are great but maintenance of existing fleet is equally important.
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Sarah B
As an expat in Singapore, it's heartening to see Indian naval presence here. The ship's humanitarian capabilities are impressive - shows how navies can collaborate beyond just defense.
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Vikram M
Strategic timing to visit on Singapore's National Day! 🇸🇬 Smart diplomacy by our navy. The hydrographic cooperation will be crucial for navigation safety in the busy Malacca straits.
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Kavya N
The onboard hospital function is particularly noteworthy. In times of natural disasters in the region, such capabilities can save countless lives. India is truly becoming a net security provider in the Indian Ocean.

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