First Training Squadron Concludes Seychelles Visit

The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, and ICGS Sarathi, departed Port Victoria, Seychelles on 4 September after completing a four-day port call under its Long Range Training Deployment. During the visit, 1TS engaged extensively with the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) through professional exchanges, cross-training sessions, and cultural events aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation.