 arrived at Port Louis Harbour, Mauritius,marking the completion of Phase I of Joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with the National Coast Guard){kind=link}
APRIL 27: Indian Naval Ship Sunayna (IOS SAGAR) arrived at Port Louis Harbour, Mauritius,marking the completion of Phase I of Joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with the National Coast Guard (NCG) of Mauritius. The visit underscores India’s ongoing commitment to enhancing regional maritime cooperation and capacity-building with friendly nations in the South Western Indian Ocean.
The ship, which departed from Karwar on April 5, 2025, has a multinational crew of 44 personnel, including officers and sailors from nine countries of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Notably, two officers and six sailors from the Republic of Mauritius are part of the crew, highlighting the spirit of collaborative maritime security and mutual learning that characterizes this mission.
Upon arrival in Port Louis, the ship and its crew were warmly welcomed by a host of dignitaries, including Mr. Sooroojebally R, the Commissioner of Police, and representatives from the Prime Minister’s Office, Mauritius Police Force, Indian High Commission, and NCG Mauritius. The reception was followed by a guided tour of the ship, where the dignitaries interacted with the multinational crew.
During the two-day port call, a series of engagements have been scheduled. The Commanding Officer of IOS SAGAR is set to meet with high-ranking officials, including the Commandant of the National Coast Guard, the Commissioner of Police, and the High Commissioner of India. Furthermore, the ship’s crew will visit various key units, including the Maritime Air Squadron, Special Mobile Force Squadron, and Police Helicopter Squadron.
The activities during the stay at Port Louis are designed to promote camaraderie and cooperation, including a Joint Yoga session, friendly sports fixtures, and trekking excursions. The ship will also be open to visitors on April 27, 2025.
After the port call, IOS SAGAR will embark on Phase II of Joint EEZ surveillance with the NCG Mauritius before proceeding to Port Victoria, Seychelles, to continue its mission of regional maritime security and cooperation.
INS Sunayna, a state-of-the-art Saryu-class Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel (NOPV), is equipped for a variety of roles including anti-piracy operations, maritime surveillance, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR). The ship features advanced gunnery weapons, electronic warfare suites, and missile defense measures, and can carry a helicopter, further enhancing its operational and surveillance capabilities.