INS Surat reaches Muscat for the 15th India-Oman maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr, followed by a Coordinated Patrol to strengthen naval cooperation.
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Indian Naval Ship (INS) Surat arrived at Muscat, Oman, on November 8 to participate in the 15th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr (Sea Breeze), followed by a Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman.
The exercise will feature a series of professional engagements during its harbour and sea phases, including cross-deck visits, operational interactions and sporting events. These activities will provide personnel from both navies an opportunity to exchange experiences, share best practices and strengthen professional ties.
The engagements are aimed at enhancing operational interoperability, improving coordination and fostering mutual understanding between the two maritime forces.
INS Surat’s visit highlights the longstanding maritime partnership between India and Oman, underpinned by enduring bilateral relations and shared regional interests.
The deployment also aligns with the Government of India's MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) vision, which emphasises cooperation with maritime partners to promote regional security and growth.
The visit builds on the momentum generated by the 13th meeting of the India-Oman Joint Military Cooperation Committee, held on November 24, 2025, and is expected to further strengthen defence and maritime engagement between the two countries.
Through the Naseem Al Bahr exercise and the subsequent Coordinated Patrol, the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman seek to deepen operational cooperation and reinforce their shared commitment to maritime security in the region.
