Over 25 nations to join Indian Navy-led maritime exercise in Kochi from July 20
The Indian Navy is hosting 'Operation Southern Readiness 26-2' in Kochi, a multinational maritime security exercise involving over 25 nations. The training focuses on maritime law, counter-narcotics, and interoperability among partner forces.
Why it matters
This exercise highlights India's growing influence in regional maritime security and its commitment to international cooperation in the Indian Ocean region.
The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2, a four-day multinational maritime security training engagement, at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi from July 20 to 23, bringing together personnel from around 25 countries in partnership with the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF).
The report is a factual summary of a government-led military exercise.
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