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Naseem Al Bahr: India-Oman Naval Exercise Strengthens Ties

India and Oman have conducted a bilateral naval exercise 'Naseem Al Bahr' off Goa coast, focusing on maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean region.

Exercise Overview & Structure

  • Bilateral naval exercise 'Naseem Al Bahr' conducted off Goa coast (13-18 October 2024)
  • Indian participation: INS Trikand and Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft
  • Omani participation: Royal Navy vessel Al Seeb
  • Two-phase structure: Harbor phase (13-15 Oct) and Sea phase (16-18 Oct)
  • Professional interactions, expert exchanges, and planning conferences during harbor phase
  • Sports fixtures and social engagements fostered camaraderie

Operational Activities & Technical Demonstrations

  • Gun firings at surface inflatable targets
  • Close-range anti-aircraft firing exercises
  • Complex naval maneuvers and formations
  • Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPS)
  • Cross-deck helicopter landings from INS Trikand
  • Vertical replenishment operations with RNOV Al Seeb
  • Over-the-Horizon Targeting (OTHT) data provided by Dornier aircraft
  • Indian Navy Sea Riders embarked on RNOV Al Seeb for enhanced interoperability

Strategic Significance & Bilateral Relations

  • Oman is India's closest defense partner in Gulf region
  • First Gulf country to conduct joint exercises with all three Indian defense forces
  • Exercise strengthens maritime security cooperation in Indian Ocean Region
  • Demonstrates India's commitment to regional collaboration
  • Enhanced mutual understanding of operational best practices
  • Reinforces strategic partnership between both nations
  • Contributes to collective security framework in the region

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