LOKAYAN 2026 – INDIAN NAVAL SHIP SUDARSHINI DEPARTS SALALAH, OMAN

The Indian Navy’s three-masted sail training ship, INS Sudarshini, departed Salalah, Oman, after a visit from October 14 to 17, 2026, as part of its transoceanic deployment, Lokayan-2026. Currently in its tenth month, the voyage aims to nurture professional seamanship, resilience, and leadership among naval trainees. During the port call, professional and sporting engagements were held with the Royal Navy of Oman. The deployment reflects the Indian Navy's maritime heritage, maritime diplomacy, and the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).