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The Indian Navy's INS SAGAR has wrapped up its successful visit to Seychelles, focusing on professional and cultural exchanges. The ship, carrying a multinational crew, is now heading to Maldives to continue its maritime security mission. This deployment highlights India's commitment to regional cooperation under the SAGAR initiative. Earlier port calls included Tanzania, Mozambique, and Mauritius as part of broader Indian Ocean engagement.

Key Points: Indian Navy Ship SAGAR Heads to Maldives After Seychelles Visit

  • INS SAGAR strengthens India-Seychelles maritime ties
  • Multinational crew promotes regional naval cooperation
  • Next stop Maldives for security outreach
  • Part of broader Indian Ocean diplomatic mission
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IOS SAGAR sails to Maldives after successful visit to Seychelles

INS SAGAR concludes Seychelles port call with maritime cooperation activities, now en route to Maldives as part of regional security mission.

"The visit was marked by insightful engagements between India and Seychelles. – Indian Navy"

Victoria, May 4

Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR has departed Port Victoria, Seychelles, after a successful port call marked by professional and cultural engagements aimed at deepening maritime cooperation between India and Seychelles.

According to Indian Navy, IOS SAGAR is now headed for a final port of call in Male in Maldives.

In a post on X, the Indian Navy on Saturday said, "IOS SAGAR, on concluding its successful visit to Port Victoria, Seychelles left harbour on May 2 '25. The visit was marked by insightful engagements between India and Seychelles. The ship is now heading for her final port of call, Male, Maldives, where she will continue her collaborative maritime security and regional outreach mission."

Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles on May 1 marking another important milestone in her ongoing operational deployment across the South-West Indian Ocean Region, Defence ministry said in a release.

The ship was accorded a warm welcome and received by the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), the High Commissioner of India to Seychelles, and the Defence Adviser. The port call will feature a host of professional and cultural exchanges, including cross-deck visits involving a multinational crew, interactions with the CDF and senior officers of the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) and a joint Yoga session.

INS Sunayna, designated as IOS Sagar, has embarked on a multinational crew comprising 44 naval personnel from 09 friendly foreign nations of the South-West Indian Ocean Region. The deployment exemplifies India's commitment to fostering regional maritime cooperation and capacity-building in the spirit of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR), the ministry said.

Earlier, the ship made port calls at Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Nacala (Mozambique), and Port Louis (Mauritius), engaging with local navies and maritime security stakeholders to train together, exchange best practices, and enhance interoperability and mutual understanding.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Great to see our Navy strengthening ties with Indian Ocean neighbors! 🇮🇳 SAGAR initiative shows India's commitment to regional security. More such collaborations will help counter Chinese influence in the region. Jai Hind!
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Priya M.
The joint Yoga session is such a nice touch! Our cultural diplomacy through Yoga is winning hearts globally. Hope the Maldives visit goes well too. Our Navy is making us proud with these soft power initiatives.
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Amit S.
While I appreciate these efforts, I hope we're also focusing enough on our own coastal security. Sometimes we focus so much on international cooperation that local fishermen's security gets neglected. Balance is important.
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Sunita R.
Wonderful initiative! The multinational crew aspect is particularly impressive - shows how India can bring different nations together. Our Navy is truly becoming a net security provider in the Indian Ocean region. 👏
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Vikram J.
After recent tensions with Maldives, this visit is crucial to mend ties. Our Navy's professionalism will speak louder than any political statements. Hope they get the warm welcome they deserve in Male!
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Neha P.
The SAGAR vision is truly visionary! As someone from coastal Karnataka, I know how important maritime security is. These partnerships will help combat piracy and illegal fishing in our waters too. More power to our Navy!

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