Ministry of Defence
LOKAYAN 2026 – INDIAN NAVAL SHIP SUDARSHINI SETS SAIL FROM LIVORNO, ITALY
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Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sudarshini set sail from Livorno, Italy, on September 12, 2026, following a successful port call as part of Lokayan 2026. During the visit, the ship engaged in professional interactions, cross-training visits, and bilateral exchanges. Key engagements included a visit by Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, Chief of the Italian Navy, interactions with the Commandant of the Italian Naval Academy, and meetings with local dignitaries of Livorno. The voyage aligns with the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) to foster maritime partnerships.