**Executive Summary**
This document reports on the successful conclusion of INS Trikand's port call in Port Louis, Mauritius, on March 13, 2026. The visit involved participation in the 58th Mauritius National Day Parade and a series of professional and cultural exchanges, concluding with a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) and joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance on March 13, 2026. The port call aimed to strengthen bilateral ties between India and Mauritius and advance India's vision of MAHASAGAR.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Port Call Conclusion:** INS Trikand concluded its port call at Port Louis, Mauritius, on March 13, 2026.
* **National Day Participation:** The ship participated in the 58th Mauritius National Day Parade on March 12, 2026, featuring a marching contingent, naval band, and a helicopter fly-past.
* **High-Level Engagements:** The Commanding Officer, Captain Sachin Kulkarni, held meetings with the Commissioner of Police and the High Commissioner of India to Mauritius.
* **Cultural Exchange:** A cultural evening was hosted onboard, attended by the Mauritian Minister of Education and Human Resources and other senior officials.
* **Professional and Community Activities:** The visit included professional interactions, cultural engagements, sports fixtures, and community outreach to foster bilateral bonds.
* **Training for Coast Guard:** Training capsules were provided to Mauritius National Coast Guard personnel on harbour and sea watchkeeping, firefighting, and damage control.
* **Public Engagement:** The ship was open to visitors on March 12, 2026, and hosted over 500 people.
* **Departure Activities:** Upon departure on March 13, 2026, INS Trikand conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) and joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with CGS Valiant.
* **Strategic Alignment:** The port call reaffirmed maritime partnerships and bilateral ties, aligning with India's MAHASAGAR vision for mutual and holistic advancement in security and growth.
**Impact Analysis**
* **Indian Navy:**
* **Impact:** Strengthened bilateral maritime partnership and demonstrated India's commitment to regional security and cooperation. Enhanced operational readiness through joint exercises.
* **Action Required:** None explicitly stated, but continuation of such engagements is implied.
* **Government of Mauritius:**
* **Impact:** Benefited from enhanced maritime security capabilities through training and shared surveillance. Strengthened diplomatic and cultural ties with India.
* **Action Required:** None explicitly stated, but participation in and support of such initiatives is implied.
* **Mauritius National Coast Guard:**
* **Impact:** Received training in critical maritime security skills, enhancing their operational effectiveness.
* **Action Required:** To implement the training received in harbour and sea watchkeeping, firefighting, and damage control.
* **Citizens of Mauritius:**
* **Impact:** Had the opportunity to visit and engage with the Indian Naval Ship, fostering goodwill and understanding.
* **Action Required:** None explicitly stated.
Key Entities Referenced
MAHASAGAR: India's vision for Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions, a framework for strengthening bilateral ties.
Passage Exercise (PASSEX): A joint naval exercise conducted between INS Trikand and CGS Valiant after departure from Port Louis.
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ): The maritime zone in which joint surveillance was conducted by INS Trikand and CGS Valiant.
Port Louis, Mauritius: The location where the Indian Naval Ship Trikand concluded its port call and participated in national day celebrations.
Ministry of Defence: The governing body issuing the press release regarding the Indian Naval Ship Trikand's port call.
Ministry of Defence
INDIAN NAVAL SHIP TRIKAND CONCLUDES
PORT CALL AT PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS
Posted On: 14 MAR 2026 1:27PM by PIB Delhi
INS Trikand concluded her port call at Port Louis, Mauritius on 13 Mar 26. The ship participated in the
58th Mauritius National Day Parade on 12 Mar 26 with a marching contingent, naval band and
integral helicopter for the fly-past, at Champ de Mars, Port Louis. This is in keeping with the tradition
of Indian warships and aircraft participating in Mauritius National Day celebrations.
During the port call, Captain Sachin Kulkarni, Commanding Officer of the ship, called on Mr
Rampersad Sooroojebally, PMSM, Commissioner of Police, and H.E Mr Anurag Srivastava, the
High Commissioner of India to Mauritius. The ship also hosted a cultural evening onboard, with Dr
Mahend Gungapersad, Minister of Education and Human Resources of Mauritius, as the Chief
Guest. The event was attended by senior ministers and officials from the Government of Mauritius.
The ship also progressed several professional interactions, cultural engagements, sports fixtures and
community outreach activities to further strengthen the robust bonds between the two nations. Training
capsules were also conducted onboard for Mauritius National Coast Guard personnel on practical aspects
of harbour and sea watchkeeping, including firefighting and damage control. The ship was open to
visitors on 12 Mar 2026 and hosted over 500 visitors.
On departure from Port Louis, INS Trikand undertook a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) and joint Exclusive
Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with CGS Valiant, and thereafter proceeded for the next phase of
her planned operational deployment.
The port call reaffirms the longstanding maritime partnership and strengthening bilateral ties between the
two countries, aligned with India’s vision of MAHASAGAR - Mutual and Holistic Advancement for
Security and Growth Across Regions, and reaffirms the strong bilateral ties between India and
Mauritius.____________________________________________________________
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