About Exercise INDRA 2026:
- It is a bilateral exercise conducted between the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy (RuFN).
- Since its inception in 2003, Exercise Indra has epitomised the long-term strategic relationship between the Indian and Russian navies.
- Phases: It will comprise engagements during the harbour phase followed by coordinated operational activities at sea.
- Focus: The exercise will include a range of professional interactions and maritime evolutions aimed at enhancing mutual understanding, operational coordination and interoperability between the participating navies.
- Participation: The participation of INS Sahyadri is in consonance with the Government of India’s vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).
