Indian Naval Ship (INS) Surat arrived at Muscat, Oman, on November 8, 2026, to participate in the 15th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr (Sea Breeze), followed by a Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman.
The exercise will include a range of professional engagements during its harbour and sea phases. These activities will comprise cross-deck visits, operational interactions and sporting events, providing personnel from both navies with opportunities to exchange experiences and best practices.
The engagements are aimed at enhancing operational interoperability, strengthening professional cooperation and fostering greater mutual understanding between the two maritime forces.
INS Surat’s visit to Muscat underscores the longstanding maritime partnership between India and Oman, built on enduring bilateral ties and shared regional interests.
The deployment is also in line with the Government of India’s MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) vision, which emphasises cooperation with maritime partners to promote security and growth across regions.
The visit provides an opportunity to build on the momentum generated during the 13th meeting of the India-Oman Joint Military Cooperation Committee, held on November 24, 2025, and further deepen defence and maritime engagement between the two countries.
Through Naseem Al Bahr and the subsequent Coordinated Patrol, the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman are expected to strengthen operational coordination and reinforce their commitment to maritime cooperation in the region.
Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 | 11:08 PM IST