In the Indian port of Chennai, the opening ceremony of the joint Russian-Indian naval teaching “Indra Navi-2025” was held. On Saturday, March 29 was reported in the telegram channel of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.
According to the agency, the ceremony was crossed on board the destroyer “Wound” of the Navy of the Republic of India.
The event was attended by representatives of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in India and representatives of the hosting side, as well as crews of warships of countries – participants.
Senior detachment of Russian Navy Captain 1st Rank, Alexei Antsiferov, noted that these exercises are the opportunity to test the willingness to work together and solve problems in the sea.
According to him, the teachings of “Indra Nevi – 2025” contribute to the exchange of experience and strengthen the strategic partnership of Russia and India in the fight against military threats.
The teachings of “Indra Nevi – 2025” consists of coastal and sea units. On the shore, during the planning conference, ships commanders will discuss issues of interaction and the procedure for joint actions at sea. Sailors of the two countries will hold mutual visits to ships and sports events.
The naval part of the exercise in the Bengal Gulf of Bengal starts on March 31.