INS SUDARSHINI ARRIVES AT ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT DURING LOKAYAN 26

The Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini arrived at Alexandria, Egypt, on September 23, 2026, marking its second visit to the port during the 10-month Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition. The expedition, which commenced from Kochi on January 20, 2026, spans approximately 22,000 nautical miles across 18 ports in 13 countries. The deployment includes traversing the Arabian Sea, Red Sea, and Mediterranean, a Suez Canal transit, and the first Atlantic crossing by the ship. The port call features professional interactions and cross-deck visits with the Egyptian Navy to strengthen bilateral maritime ties, while the voyage trains personnel in traditional seamanship and reflects India's vision of MAHASAGAR.