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INS Sunayna heads to Mauritius to strengthen maritime ties

IANS April 21, 2025 358 views

The Indian Navy's INS Sunayna has embarked on a significant maritime diplomacy mission across the Indian Ocean Region. Carrying naval personnel from nine countries, the ship demonstrates India's commitment to regional security and cooperation. Its journey includes strategic port visits and joint maritime surveillance operations in Mozambique and Mauritius. This mission represents a pivotal moment in India's maritime engagement strategy, promoting collaborative security and mutual understanding.

"This deployment reaffirms the Indian Navy's commitment to enhancing maritime security" - Indian Navy Statement"
INS Sunayna heads to Mauritius to strengthen maritime ties
Mozambique, April 21: INS Sunayna, currently on deployment to Africa as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, departed for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Monday after concluding its successful three-day port visit to Nacala, Mozambique, said the Indian Navy.

Key Points

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Indian naval ship conducts strategic maritime cooperation mission

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Carries 44 personnel from nine friendly foreign nations

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Enhances regional security through collaborative naval engagement

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Supports SAGAR initiative maritime diplomacy

The ship's crew includes 44 personnel from the navies of nine friendly foreign nations, underscoring the collaborative spirit of the Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR) initiative.

"Prior to its scheduled arrival in Port Louis, IOS SAGAR will undertake a Joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Surveillance along with Mozambican authorities," the navy said in a statement.

"This deployment reaffirms the Indian Navy's commitment to enhancing maritime security and fostering partnerships in India and Mozambique within the Indian Ocean Region," the statement further read.

The port call marked a significant milestone, enhancing maritime cooperation and interoperability between the Indian and Mozambique Navies.

It also underscored India's enduring commitment to strengthening maritime partnerships in the Indian Ocean Region, enhancing mutual trust, and fostering collective regional security in consonance with the vision of the SAGAR initiative.

Earlier on April 5, the ship departed from Karwar, Goa, carrying 44 naval personnel from nine Friendly Foreign Nations (FFNs) of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), including Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and South Africa and entered the Port of Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off INS Sunayna from Karwar as IOS SAGAR, with 44 personnel from nine friendly foreign navies embarked onboard.

The deployment marks a new chapter in maritime cooperation and underscores India's commitment to a secure, peaceful and prosperous Indian Ocean Region, fostering strong naval partnerships and regional stability.

The participation of personnel from FFNs aboard INS Sunayna underscores the significance of this initiative in promoting global maritime cooperation.

The ship had earlier participated in the inaugural session of the India-Africa maritime partnership exercise AIKEYME 25, at Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania.

IOS SAGAR is a unique mission based on the Government of India's regional initiative of maritime collaboration titled SAGAR, which aims at fostering international cooperation between India and several African countries.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
This is such a positive initiative! The SAGAR program shows how maritime cooperation can bring nations together. 👏 The inclusion of personnel from 9 different navies is particularly impressive.
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I wonder if we're stretching our naval resources too thin. Would love to see more details about the actual operational benefits of these partnerships.
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Anjali M.
My cousin is part of the crew! So proud to see our navy building these international relationships. The photos from Mozambique were stunning - hope they share more from Mauritius too!
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Sanjay P.
The joint EEZ surveillance is a game-changer for regional security. Piracy has been a concern in these waters, and coordinated efforts like this can make a real difference.
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Meena D.
As someone from Mauritius, I'm excited to welcome INS Sunayna! 🇲🇺 Our small island nation benefits greatly from these maritime partnerships. The Indian Ocean is our shared home - we must protect it together.

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INS Sunayna Indian Navy Maritime Diplomacy SAGAR Initiative Indian Ocean Region Mauritius Mozambique
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