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KONKAN-26, the India-UK bilateral maritime exercise, concluded off Plymouth, UK, on October 15, 2026. Conducted from October 8-15, 2026, the exercise enabled the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy to engage across a wide range of professional and operational domains.
The Indian Navy was represented by the stealth frigate INS Trishul, while the Royal Navy deployed HMS Sutherland, a Duke-class anti-submarine warfare frigate. The exercise was conducted by Fleet Operational Standards and Training (FOST), Royal Navy.
The intensive four-day Sea Phase, conducted from October 12-15, 2026, encompassed advanced seamanship manoeuvres, joint tactical exercises, communication procedures, anti-surface asymmetric warfare, anti-submarine warfare and weapon firings in a multi-threat maritime environment. These serials enhanced interoperability between the participating units.
Through the exchange of professional expertise and Best Practices, KONKAN-26 reinforced the ability of the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy to operate together across complex maritime scenarios, furthering the enduring maritime partnership between India and the UK.
