Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

INS Sharda arrived at Maafilaafushi Atoll in the Maldives to participate in a week-long Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise. This joint initiative aims to improve coordination and operational readiness between the Indian Navy and the Maldives National Defence Force in times of natural disasters or humanitarian crises. The exercise reflects India's broader "MAHASAGAR" vision, which emphasizes maritime cooperation, regional peace, and sustainable development in the Indian Ocean Region. Deployments like that of INS Sharda demonstrate India's commitment to being a responsible maritime partner and first responder in the region.