INS Trikand participated in ‘Sea Sword 2’ counter-terrorism drill

INS Trikand participated in ‘Sea Sword 2’ counter-terrorism drill: The Combined Maritime Forces led Operation “Sea Sword 2” in the Northwest Arabian Sea included the INS Trikand. The operation was held to prevent narcotics trade & stop smuggling entities from using the seas for their nefarious activities. The Indian Navy’s long range maritime patrol aircraft also participated in the operation and provided air support. Earlier, the 26th edition of the multinational maritime exercise “MALABAR 22” culminated in Japan on November 15th.

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The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force hosted this drill, which celebrated its 30th anniversary (JMSDF).  This effort is part of the Indian Navy’s commitment to ensuring the safety of the seas and collective security in the region as espoused by the SAGAR vision of the Honourable Prime Minister of India.

The ship participated with other multinational forces and regional partner navies to counter terrorism, prevent narcotics trade and stop smuggling entities from using the seas for their nefarious activities. The Indian Navy’s long range maritime patrol aircraft also participated in the operation and provided air support. This effort is part of the Indian Navy’s commitment to ensuring safety of the seas and collective security in the region as espoused by the SAGAR vision of the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India.