Exercise Naseem-Al-Bahr Enhances India-Oman Naval Cooperation
Why in the news?
India and Oman recently held the bilateral naval exercise Naseem-Al-Bahr in Goa, involving INS Trikand, Dornier aircraft, and complex naval drills to strengthen maritime security ties.
Overview and Significance:
- Exercise Naseem-Al-Bahr is a bilateral naval exercise between India and Oman, initiated in
- Oman was the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to conduct such military exercises with India.
- The 2024 edition of the exercise took place in Goa, with INS Trikand and Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft representing the Indian Navy.
- This exercise highlights the enduring strategic partnership between India and Oman, emphasising their shared commitment to regional maritime security.
Exercise Phases and Activities:
- The exercise was conducted in two phases: the harbour phase and the sea phase.
- Harbour Phase: This included professional exchanges, planning conferences, sports events, and social interactions, promoting mutual understanding between naval personnel.
- Sea Phase: It involved complex naval drills such as gun firings at inflatable targets, anti-aircraft exercises, fleet manoeuvres, and Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPS).
- INS Trikand’s helicopter performed cross-deck landings and vertical replenishment (VERTREP) with RNOV Al Seeb, while India’s Dornier aircraft provided Over-the-Horizon Targeting (OTHT) data, facilitating operational coordination.
INS Trikand: Key Details
- Type: Frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy.
- Class: Talwar class, known for its versatility in naval operations.
- Weapons and Sensors: Equipped with a wide range of advanced weapons and sensors, enhancing its combat capabilities.
- Role: Capable of conducting anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare.
- Fleet: Part of the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet, headquartered in
- Significance: Plays a crucial role in maintaining maritime security and enhancing the Indian Navy’s operational reach in the Indian Ocean and beyond.
Sources Referred:
PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Hindustan Times
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