INS Teg, an Indian Navy stealth frigate, concluded an operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region with a visit to Port Louis, Mauritius, ending on June 22, 2025. The deployment included coordinated surveillance of Mauritius's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) with the Mauritius National Coast Guard (NCG) to combat Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. The Commanding Officer of INS Teg engaged with senior Mauritian government and military officials to strengthen bilateral ties. Capacity-building initiatives included training NCG personnel onboard INS Teg and providing technical assistance to operationalize a diesel generator on CGS Valiant. A joint yoga session commemorated International Day of Yoga, and recreational activities fostered camaraderie. The visit underscores the commitment to maritime security cooperation and reinforces the relationship between India and Mauritius.
Key Entities Referenced
INS TEG: A frontline stealth frigate of the Western Naval Command.
Port Louis, Mauritius: The port city in Mauritius where INS Teg concluded its visit.
South West Indian Ocean Region: The region where INS Teg was deployed for operational purposes.
Western Naval Command: The naval command to which INS Teg belongs.
India: One of the nations involved in the maritime partnership and cooperation activities.
Mauritius: The other nation involved in the maritime partnership and cooperation activities.
Exclusive Economic Zone EEZ of Mauritius: The maritime zone of Mauritius that was subject to coordinated surveillance by INS Teg and the Mauritius National Coast Guard.
Mauritius National Coast Guard NCG: The coast guard of Mauritius, which collaborated with INS Teg in surveillance and training activities.
Captain Vikas Guleria: The Commanding Officer of INS Teg.
Rampersad Sooroojebally: Commissioner of Police of Mauritius.
Suresh Seebaluck: Secretary to Cabinet of Mauritius.
Anurag Srivastava: High Commissioner of India to Mauritius.
Kan Oye Fong Weng Poorun: Secretary for Home Affairs of Mauritius.
Captain CG Binoop: COMCG of Mauritius.
CGS Valiant: A ship of the Mauritius National Coast Guard that received technical assistance from INS Teg.
International Day of Yoga IDY 2025: The event commemorated with a joint yoga session involving dignitaries, NCG personnel, and the crew of INS Teg.
Signal Mountain: The location of a trek organized as part of recreational activities.
Indian Navy: The naval force to which INS Teg belongs, committed to enhancing maritime security cooperation and bilateral relations.
Indian Ocean Region: The region for which India and Mauritius share a common vision for a secure and prosperous future.
Ministry of Defence
INS TEG ON OPERATIONAL DEPLOYMENT TO
THE SOUTH WEST IOR CONCLUDES VISIT TO
PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS
Posted On: 23 JUN 2025 3:53PM by PIB Delhi
INS Teg, a frontline stealth frigate of the Western Naval Command, concluded her port call at Port Louis,
Mauritius on 22 Jun 2025. The visit formed part of her operational deployment to the South West Indian
Ocean Region and featured a wide spectrum of professional, social, and cultural engagements, underscoring
the robust maritime partnership between India and Mauritius.
During the deployment, INS Teg undertook coordinated surveillance of the Exclusive Economic Zone
(EEZ) of Mauritius in collaboration with the Mauritius National Coast Guard (NCG) ships and aircraft. This
joint effort reaffirmed both nations’ shared commitment to safeguarding the global commons and combating
Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing.
The Commanding Officer of INS Teg, Captain Vikas Guleria, called on senior government and military
dignitaries, including Mr. Rampersad Sooroojebally, Commissioner of Police, Mr. Suresh Seebaluck,
Secretary to Cabinet, Mr. Anurag Srivastava, High Commissioner of India, Mrs. Kan Oye Fong Weng
Poorun, Secretary for Home Affairs, and Captain CG Binoop, COMCG. These high-level interactions
contributed to deepening mutual understanding and further strengthening bilateral ties.
As part of capacity-building initiatives and the exchange of Best Practices, NCG personnel were trained
onboard INS Teg in firefighting, damage control, bridge and engine room watchkeeping, electrical systems
and small arms handling. Live demonstrations, including post-sailing diving checks, were also conducted.
Additionally, based on a request from the NCG, a technical team from the ship assisted the crew of CGS
Valiant in rectifying a defect and operationalizing a diesel generator. This assistance was highly appreciated
by the NCG.
In commemoration of International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, a joint yoga session was held on 21 Jun
with approximately 150 participants. The event brought together dignitaries, including the Commissioner
of Police, the High Commissioner of India, NCG personnel, and the crew of INS Teg. A series of recreational
and sports activities, including a trek to Signal Mountain and a friendly volleyball match, was also organized,
fostering camaraderie and strengthening cross-cultural bonds.
The visit of INS Teg to Mauritius stands as a testament to the Indian Navy’s commitment to enhancing
maritime security cooperation and bilateral relations. It has not only bolstered operational interoperability but
also reinforced the enduring friendship between India and Mauritius — founded on shared values, mutual
trust and a common vision for a secure and prosperous Indian Ocean Region.****
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(Release ID: 2138898)