Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

INS Sunayna successfully completed its maritime port call at Chattogram, Bangladesh, under the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative. The deployment was carried out under the Ministry of Defence and included joint naval activities with the Bangladesh Navy, such as a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) and coordinated maritime manoeuvres with BNS Protoy. The ship also carried personnel from 16 partner nations during the mission, highlighting regional maritime cooperation. After concluding its Bangladesh visit, the vessel proceeded toward Colombo, Sri Lanka, as part of its operational route. The initiative strengthens India’s maritime partnerships and regional security collaboration in the Indian Ocean region.