First Training Squadron completes port call in Malé, Maldives

Indian Navy’s first training squadron, equipped with the latest training platforms and modern submarine‑simulating simulation equipment, recently completed its port call in Malé, the capital of the Maldives. The primary objective of the visit was to familiarize the training contingent with real maritime conditions, strengthen bilateral maritime security cooperation, and promote naval diplomacy between the two nations. During the port call, the squadron commander engaged in detailed discussions with the Maldivian Minister of Defence and the head of maritime security, covering future phases of Indo‑Maldivian maritime cooperation, joint exercises, and maritime disaster management.

Several events were organized during the port call. Indian and Maldivian navy…