Indian Navy's First Training Squadron Completes Thailand Visit
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Synopsis
The Indian Navy's First Training Squadron (1TS), featuring INS Sujata, INS Shardul, and ICGS Veera, successfully concluded its visit to Phuket Deep Sea Port in Thailand, engaging in various maritime exercises and fostering bilateral relations with the Royal Thai Navy.
Key Takeaways
- Successful visit of 1TS to Thailand
- Joint exercises with Royal Thai Navy
- Strengthened bilateral relations
- Focused on regional security cooperation
- Enhanced training and interaction opportunities
New Delhi, March 8 (NationPress) The visit of the First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy, which includes INS Sujata, INS Shardul, and ICGS Veera, to Phuket Deep Sea Port in Thailand concluded on Friday, as confirmed by Navy officials.
In line with the ongoing training deployment of the 1TS to South East Asia, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Veera arrived at Phuket Deep Sea Port on March 1.
The Ministry of Defence reported that the visit ended successfully with coordinated tactical manoeuvres and the exchange of sea riders during a PASSEX exercise with HTMS Huahin, a patrol gunboat of the Royal Thai Navy.
During their time in port, various bilateral activities took place between the Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy (RTN), including numerous professional exchanges, training visits, and social interactions that enhanced Navy-to-Navy relations.
Captain Anshul Kishore, Senior Officer of 1TS, along with the Commanding Officers of INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Veera, met with Vice-Admiral Suwat Donsakul, Commander of the 3rd Naval Area Command.
The discussions concentrated on regional security, opportunities for joint training exercises, and goodwill initiatives.
The Ministry of Defence noted that the sea trainees of 1TS also visited the 3rd Naval Area Command, Phangna Naval Port, and HTMS Krabi, which provided an opportunity for training interactions and sharing best practices.
A guided tour of the 1TS ships was organized for school children, RTN personnel, and the Indian diaspora.
Other significant aspects of the visit included a joint yoga session and friendly sports matches between both parties.
The Ministry of Defence mentioned that an onboard reception was co-hosted by the Indian Embassy and the 1TS Senior Officer, attended by senior leaders from the Royal Thai Navy, members of the Indian diaspora, diplomats, and other notable guests.
This visit strengthens the enduring bonds of friendship between the two Navies and highlights the Indian Navy's commitment to enhancing maritime cooperation with neighboring countries, in line with the vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region).
The visit fostered improved understanding and increased interoperability between the two Navies, officials added.
