INS Sunayna entered Port Victoria, Seychelles on 26th June, 24 as part of her long-range deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. The deployment marks sustained participation of an Indian Military Contingent in military parade organised as part of Seychelles National Day since 1976 informed Ministry of Defence, PIB.
The ship’s visit coincides with the celebration of 48th National Day of Seychelles on 29th June, 24. An Indian Navy marching contingent along with Naval band will participate in the military parade organised as part of the Seychelles National Day celebrations. The Ministry stated that, “The deployment of an Indian Naval ship marks sustained participation of an Indian military contingent since 1976 reaffirming bonhomie between the two nations.”
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During the port call, social interactions, engagements with Seychelles Defence Force, special yoga session, ship open to visitors and community outreach program are scheduled. An aerial demonstration of indigenously built Naval Advance Light Helicopter (ALH) is also planned during the port call. Deployment of INS Sunayna is in agreement with the vision of SAGAR promoting collaborative efforts to ensure maritime security in the IOR, stated the Ministry.
