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India-Sri Lanka SLINEX-26 Maritime Exercise Kicks Off in Visakhapatnam!
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News18•20-09-2026, 22:44
India-Sri Lanka SLINEX-26 Maritime Exercise Kicks Off in Visakhapatnam!
- •The 13th edition of the Sri Lanka-India bilateral naval exercise, SLINEX-26, is taking place in Visakhapatnam from September 17 to 21, 2026.
- •From the Indian Navy, INS Kavaratti and INS Jyoti are participating.
- •From the Sri Lanka Navy, SLNS Sindurala is participating.
- •This exercise fosters maritime cooperation, integrated operations, and mutual understanding between the two navies.
- •In line with India's SAGAR vision, SLINEX-26 strengthens India's commitment to a safe, stable, and inclusive maritime environment, reinforcing enduring cooperation.
Key Questions Answered
The 13th edition of the Sri Lanka-India bilateral naval exercise, SLINEX-26, is taking place in Visakhapatnam from September 17 to 21, 2026.
The Indian Navy is represented by the indigenously built anti-submarine warfare corvette INS Kavaratti and the fleet tanker INS Jyoti, while the Sri Lanka Navy is represented by SLNS Sindurala.
The exercise aligns with India's SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision, reinforcing India's commitment to a safe, stable, and inclusive maritime environment and strengthening cooperation between India and Sri Lanka.
