The event, which will culminate on 29 November, is part of the Sri Lanka Navy’s 75th anniversary celebrations and features participation from naval ships, delegations and observers from several countries.
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India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, along with the indigenously built frigate INS Udaygiri, is representing the Indian Navy at the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025 being hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy in Colombo.
The event, which will culminate on 29 November, is part of the Sri Lanka Navy’s 75th anniversary celebrations and features participation from naval ships, delegations and observers from several countries.
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In a statement issued here today, the naval spokesperson said that the visit marks the maiden overseas deployment of both ships and underscores India’s commitment to strengthening regional maritime cooperation.
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The maiden participation of indigenously built INS Vikrant for an International Fleet Review highlights India’s continued engagement with partner navies in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and reflects India’s emphasis on promoting peace, stability and security through collaboration and interoperability.
The participation of the recently commissioned INS Udaygiri further showcases India’s advancing indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and its balanced, expanding naval presence in the IOR, the spokesperson said further.
During their stay in Colombo, the ships will participate in key IFR events, including the ceremonial fleet review, city parade, community outreach activities, and professional naval interactions. As part of public outreach initiatives, the ships will also be open to visitors during IFR 2025.
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