On 05 Feb 2026, the Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini concluded its first port call at Salalah, Oman, during its ten-month trans-oceanic voyage Lokayan 26. The voyage aims to showcase India’s maritime heritage and the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. The Commanding Officer of INS Sudarshini interacted with Captain Mohammad Al Ghailani, Southern Naval Area Commander of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO), and Captain Mohammad Al Mahari, Commanding Officer of RNO Vessel Al Moazer. Officers from the Royal Navy of Oman were also hosted for a guided tour of the ship. Over 600 visitors, including schoolchildren, were provided a glimpse of the ship and ocean sailing. The release was posted by PIB Delhi on 08 FEB 2026 at 11:30 AM. The Release ID is 2225063, and the Visitor Counter is 1011. INS Sudarshini now proceeds on her next leg of Lokayan 26.
Key Entities Referenced
INS Sudarshini: Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship
Lokayan 26: Ten-month trans-oceanic voyage of INS Sudarshini, showcasing India's maritime heritage.
Oman: Location of the first port call of INS Sudarshini during Lokayan 26, specifically Salalah.
Ministry of Defence: The ministry under whose authority the naval ship operates.
Ministry of Defence
INS SUDARSHINI CONCLUDES FIRST PORT
CALL OF LOKAYAN 26, STRENGTHENING
INDIA–OMAN MARITIME TIES
Posted On: 08 FEB 2026 11:30AM by PIB Delhi
The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini successfully concluded her first port call at Salalah,
Oman, on 05 Feb 2026. The visit marked a key milestone in the ship’s ambitious ten-month trans-oceanic
voyage, Lokayan 26, aimed at showcasing India’s rich maritime heritage and the ethos of Vasudhaiva
Kutumbakam (The World is One Family) across the globe.
During the visit, the Commanding Officer of INS Sudarshini interacted with Captain Mohammad Al
Ghailani, Southern Naval Area Commander of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO), and Captain Mohammad
Al Mahari, Commanding Officer of Royal Navy of Oman Vessel Al Moazer. The interactions highlighted
historic seafaring links between India and Oman and reinforced Bridges of Friendship between the two navies.
Continuing the professional engagement, the ship also hosted officers from the Royal Navy of Oman for a
guided tour of the ship.
In a vibrant display of people-to-people connect, the sail training ship was open to visitors. More than 600
visitors, including schoolchildren, were provided a firsthand glimpse of the three-masted barque and were
familiarised with the nuances of ocean sailing.
INS Sudarshini now proceeds on her next leg of Lokayan 26, carrying forward India’s timeless seafaring legacy
across the oceans. With sails set and spirits high, she continues to serve as a symbol of maritime excellence,
friendship, and goodwill.***
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(Release ID: 2225063) Visitor Counter : 1011
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