New Delhi [India], February 21 (ANI): Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will visit Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday to attend the ongoing multilateral naval exercise, ‘MILAN-2024,’ said an official statement.
During his one-day tour, Dhankhar will be the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony of the International Maritime Seminar- ‘MILAN-2024’.
“The Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar will visit Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on February 22, 2024. During his one-day tour, Shri Dhankhar will be the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony of the International Maritime Seminar- ‘MILAN-2024,’ as per an official statement.
For Milan 2024, nearly 20 ships from the Indian Navy, including aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya, and nearly 50 aircraft including MiG29K, LCA, Tejas and P8I are participating in the exercise.
The Indian Navy welcomed the naval ships of Russia, Australia, Seychelles, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and the US.
The many naval ships that arrived in Visakhapatnam included: Marshal Shaposhnikov (BPK 543), a Udaloy Class Cruiser of the Russian Navy; Varyag (011), a Slava Class Cruiser of the Russian Navy; PS Zoroaster of Seychelles Coast Guard; IRIS Dena, a Moudge Class Frigate of the Iranian Navy; BNS Dhaleshwari, a Castle Class Missile Corvette of Bangladesh Navy and KD Lekir (FSG 26), a Kasturi Class Corvette of the Royal Malaysian Navy.
Earlier, HMAS Warramunga, an Anzac-class frigate of the Royal Australian Navy, arrived in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.
Corvette 20 of the Vietnam People’s Navy and USS Halsey (DDG-97) of the United States Navy had also docked in Visakhapatnam to participate in the MILAN exercise.
During the Harbour Phase, a Table Top Exercise (TTX) was conducted at the Maritime Warfare Centre in Visakhapatnam. 48 officers from 14 navies, including the Indian Navy, collaborated in crafting coordinated plans for convoy protection and disaster relief.
Taking to X, Indian Navy’s Eastern Naval Command stated, “Harbour Phase highlights at #MILAN2024! As part of the multinational naval exercise, a Table Top Exercise (TTX) was conducted at #Maritime Warfare Centre, #Visakhapatnam today. 48 officers from 14 navies, including the #IndianNavy, collaborated in crafting coordinated plans for convoy protection and disaster relief. Thought-provoking discussions led to robust operational plans, fostering camaraderie and preparedness.”
During the Harbour Phase, the International City Parade rehearsal at RK Beach in Vishakhapatnam also included a scintillating operational display by the Indian Navy ships and aircraft.
In a post on X, the Indian Navy’s Eastern Naval Command stated, “International City Parade rehearsal at #RKBeach #Visakhapatnam also included a scintillating operational display by the #IndianNavy ships and aircraft. #AirDemo The display left the audience awestruck with its precision and elan.
“The marching contingents of our sister services and foreign partners also lent grandeur to the event As we share some moments of the event here, we welcome you to join us live on # IndianNavy’s official You Tube channel and Facebook page for the live streaming of final parade on 22 February 2024!,” it added.
In the press release, the Indian Navy stated, “During the sea phase from 24 to 27 Feb 2024, participating Navies will conduct advanced Air Defence, Anti-Submarine and Anti-Surface Warfare drills. Gunnery shoots on aerial and surface targets, manoeuvres and underway replenishment would also be conducted.”
“MILAN 2024 aims to strengthen regional cooperation and maritime security, foster interoperability and understanding between participating navies and provide a platform for sharing best practices and expertise,” it added. (ANI)
