The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Trikand concluded its Port Call at Port Louis, Mauritius. The Ministry of Defence, in a statement, said that the ship participated in the 58th Mauritius National Day Parade on the 12th of this month with a marching contingent, naval band and integral helicopter for the fly-past. It added that the move was aimed at keeping the tradition of Indian warships and aircraft participating in Mauritius National Day celebrations. The Ministry said that the port call reaffirms the longstanding maritime partnership and strengthens bilateral ties between the two countries, aligned with India’s vision of MAHASAGAR. It also aims to deepen the country’s growth across regions and reaffirms the strong bilateral ties between India and Mauritius.