INDRA-2025 Naval Drill

Exercise Name: Naval Exercise INDRA-2025

Edition: 14th

Participating Nations: India and Russia

Dates: March 28 to April 2, 2025

Location: Chennai (Harbour Phase) and Bay of Bengal (Sea Phase)

Phases:

• Harbour Phase: Expert exchanges, ship visits, sports in Chennai.
• Sea Phase: Tactical maneuvers, anti-air operations, helicopter landings in the Bay of Bengal.

Participating Ships: Russian ships Pechanga, Rezkiy, Aldar Tsydenzhapov; Indian warships Rana, Kuthar, and P-8I aircraft.

Objective:

• Enhance interoperability to counter maritime threats.
• Promote global peace and stability.
• Strengthen joint operations.
• Reinforce India-Russia defence ties.
• Enhance collective maritime security.
• Show commitment to rules-based maritime order.

Activities: Coordinated maneuvers, simulated engagements, exchange of best practices.

Significance:

• Cornerstone of India-Russia defence relations since 2003.
• Demonstrates shared commitment to maritime security.
• Addresses contemporary maritime security challenges.
• Fosters understanding of operational doctrines.
• Enhances the ability to operate seamlessly in complex maritime environments.