The Indian Navy is hosting the fifth edition of the Indo-Indonesian bilateral maritime exercise, **Samudra Shakti 2025**, from October 14 to 17 at Visakhapatnam, an official statement said on Wednesday.
The exercise is part of ongoing efforts to boost naval cooperation and interoperability between India and Indonesia, two key maritime nations in the Indo-Pacific region.
### Participating Naval Vessels
The participating ships include the Indian Navy’s **INS Kavaratti**, an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) corvette, and the Indonesian Navy’s **KRI John Lie**, a corvette equipped with a helicopter. Upon arrival at Visakhapatnam, KRI John Lie was warmly received by the Eastern Naval Command (ENC).
### Exercise Phases
Samudra Shakti 2025 is divided into two phases: the Harbour Phase and the Sea Phase.
**Harbour Phase:**
During this initial phase, both navies engage in a series of activities such as cross-deck visits, joint yoga sessions, friendly sports matches, and expert exchanges on professional topics. These activities aim to build friendship and deepen professional understanding between the two naval forces.
**Sea Phase:**
In the upcoming sea phase, the navies will carry out a range of maritime operations designed to boost tactical coordination. These operations include helicopter exercises, air defence drills, weapon firing exercises, and Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations.
These complex drills will enhance the ability of both navies to work together effectively in real-world maritime situations.
### Conclusion
Samudra Shakti 2025 underscores the strong maritime partnership between India and Indonesia, contributing to regional security and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. The exercise fosters mutual trust, knowledge sharing, and operational readiness between the two navies.
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