Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

INS Satpura, an Indian Navy frigate, participated in the 32nd edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX-25), showcasing the operational coordination between India and Singapore in the Indo-Pacific. The exercise included both Harbour and Sea phases, involving professional exchanges, complex naval drills, and joint operations such as cross-deck helicopter missions and air defence exercises. INS Satpura was part of a larger Indian fleet visiting Southeast Asia, underlining India's Vision MAHASAGAR and Act East Policy. The continued participation in SIMBEX, which began in 1994, reinforces India's commitment to maritime cooperation and regional security in partnership with the Republic of Singapore Navy.