KOCHI : Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri departed Vladivostok, Russian Federation, on October 20, 2026, marking the successful completion of the bilateral naval exercise INDRA 2026 between the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy (RuFN).
The comprehensive maritime exercise was structured across two operational phases: Harbour and Sea. The Harbour Phase featured key leadership interactions, cross-deck visits, Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE), and operational synchronization briefings alongside cultural and sports events designed to deepen professional rapport and exchange operational best practices.The subsequent Sea Phase saw participating naval units execute tactical maneuvers, integrated tactical communications, helicopter operations, and medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) drills. These complex drills validated joint procedures, bolstered mutual understanding, and reinforced operational interoperability between the two partner navies.
The successful conclusion of Exercise INDRA 2026 reaffirms the enduring strategic defence and maritime partnership between India and Russia, underlining their shared commitment to maintaining a secure, stable, and peaceful global maritime environment.
