The Indian Naval Sail Training Ship, INS Sudarshini arrived at Valletta, Malta marking a significant milestone in her landmark transoceanic expedition Lokayan-26. The Defence Ministry said that the visit underscores the deep-rooted maritime ties between India and Malta and represents an important leg of the ship’s ambitious 22 thousand-nautical-mile global voyage.

On arrival, the Commanding Officer called on Indian High Commissioner to Malta Rachita Bhandari and highlighted the role played by the Indian Navy in strengthening bilateral relationship between the two nations. The High Commissioner noted that the presence of INS Sudarshini in Malta serves as a powerful symbol of the vision of Maritime Heads for Active Security and Growth for All in the Region (MAHASAGAR), reinforcing maritime cooperation while fostering people-to-people connections.

INS Sudarshini is currently in the second month of her voyage, which commenced at Kochi on the 20th January this year. Further, the ship will sail towards the French coast to participate in the Escale à Sète maritime festival, where she will represent India alongside some of the world’s most celebrated tall ships.