The frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, INS Trikand, has concluded her port call at Mombasa in Kenya. In a statement, the Ministry of Defence said that Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, handed over INSAS rifles and ammunition to the Commander of the Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Owuor Otieno, during a formal ceremony onboard the ship.

 

The Ministry noted that activities conducted during the ship’s stay included handling and maintenance of small arms and ammunition, Visit, Board, Search and Seizure exercises, cross-deck visits, community service, sports fixtures, and yoga sessions. The ship has proceeded for further operational deployment.

 

The Defence Ministry said that the port call at Mombasa reflects India’s vision of MAHASAGAR, Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions, and will help further strengthen camaraderie, mutual cooperation, and bilateral relations.