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It was a short and snappy visit by INS Sunayna which was concluded at the Port Louis, Mauritius.

The two day visit till 22nd June 2024 witnessed participation of Indian Navy and Mauritius National Coast Guard personnel during Joint Yoga session on the occasion of International Day of Yoga and sports fixtures.

As it happens during such overseas visits, the Commanding Officer of the visiting naval ships and the head of India’s Diplomatic Corps both participate jointly in functions and gathering at the port-of-calls.

In Port Louis also, INS Sunayna Cdr Prabhat Ranjan Mishra called on the Indian High Commissioner, K. Nandini Singla, and the Commissioner of Police, MPF Anil Kr. Dip.

The interaction highlighted operational engagement and confidence building measures on various aspects of maritime security.

The ship took part in a friendly volleyball match with Mauritius Coast Guard. In an outreach programme held at Gayasingh Ashram at Port Louis, medical screening of elderly and distribution of provisions were undertaken extending a helping hand to the community.

The ship was open to visitors which saw more than 200 guests onboard. A guided tour of the ship along with ship’s capabilities were briefed to the visitors.

Post departure from Port Louis, INS Sunayna proceeded on next phase of joint EEZ surveillance of Mauritius.

Sea riders from MNCG embarked onboard ship for training exchanges. The visit of INS Sunayna to Mauritius reaffirms the close bond of friendship and interoperability between the two maritime nations.