Three Indian navy vessels in Maldives for training program

Three Indian navy vessels have arrived in Malé as part of a long-range training deployment.

In a post on the social media platform X, the High Commission of India stated that the vessels, INS Tir, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi, are part of the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron.

The First Training Squadron ships (INS Tir, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi) arrived in Malé today on an overseas deployment. The visit features professional exchanges, joint training, and community outreach to strengthen maritime ties and friendship between India and the Maldives. https://t.co/6S0NlWFyWn

— India in Maldives (@HCIMaldives) October 21, 2026

The High Commission said the visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and maritime cooperation, with joint training exercises scheduled between the Indian Navy and the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF).

The MNDF formally welcomed the three Indian vessels upon their arrival in Malé.

Maldives warmly welcomes Indian Navy 1st Training Squadron - INS Tir, INS Sujata, & ICGS Sarathi. The visit is filled with several training interactions and sharing of experience. https://t.co/3hmzgEZIld

— Maldives National Defence Force (@MNDF_Official) October 21, 2026

The latest joint military training exercise between Indian and Maldivian forces was held in January this year.

India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka also regularly participate in the annual trilateral military exercise known as Dosti.