Indian Navy and Maldives Joint Exercise: The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) has completed its training and joint military activities in the Maldives. The ships also took part in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Coast Guard. The High Commission of India in Male shared the update on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
The squadron has three ships, INS Tir, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sarathi. They are taking part in a long training trip to improve their skills and build stronger ties with other countries.
Indian Navy Completes Exercise With Maldives
The High Commission of India shared the news on X and said the exercise helped improve the friendship between the two countries.
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“The 1 TS of the Indian Navy (INS Tir, INS Sujata and ICGS Sarathi) successfully concluded their highly productive training and military engagement, including the PASSEX with the MNDF Coast Guard, reinforcing the enduring maritime partnership between India and the Maldives,” the High Commission posted on X.
The exercise gave the Indian Navy and Maldives Coast Guard a chance to work together at sea. Such activities help both sides improve their teamwork and coordination during maritime operations.
Earlier Visit to Seychelles
Before reaching the Maldives, the three ships visited Port Victoria in Seychelles. They arrived on October 12 and left on October 15, 2026. During the visit, they held a joint exercise with Seychelles Coast Guard ship Andromache.
The senior officer of the squadron and the commanding officers of the visiting ships also met Major General Michael Rosette, Chief of Defence Forces of the Seychelles Defence Force. They discussed ways to continue cooperation between the two forces.
“The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron 1TS conducted a PASSEX with Seychelles Coast Guard ship Andromache during its deployment. The exercise featured joint patrolling, communication drills and coordinated manoeuvres,” the Indian Navy had posted on X.
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The Seychelles visit also included training activities and other events to build better relations. The Indian Navy held a medical camp, gave essential supplies to an elderly home and performed music through its Navy Band.
“The deployment underscores the strong bonds of friendship between India and Seychelles and reflects the Indian Navy’s commitment to capacity building and regional partnerships in line with the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions),” the Ministry of Defence had said.
