Colombo, Indian Naval Ship Nireekshak has arrived in Sri Lanka for Operational Turnaround and a training visit, aimed at further strengthening maritime cooperation between the two neighbours.
The ship, commanded by Commander Sailesh Kumar Tyagi, is set to conduct a training programme with the diving professionals of the Sri Lanka Navy and participate in several activities organised by the Sri Lanka Navy.
INS Nireekshak, a diving support and submarine rescue vessel of the Indian Navy, is taking part in the 4th India-Sri Lanka joint diving exercise, a bilateral diving exercise scheduled from April 21-27.
The joint exercise will involve diving teams from both navies undertaking specialised diving operations and training to enhance interoperability, cohesion, and exchange of best practices.
