Sail Training Ship

September 2, 2026 6:15 PM

INS Sudarshini Arrives in Barcelona as Part of Lokayan 2026 Expedition

INS Sudarshini, the Indian Navy’s sail training ship, arrived in Barcelona, Spain, on September 1 as part of her ongoing transoceanic expedition, Lokayan 2026. During her stay in Barcelona, the ship will be open to visitors on September 4, providing an opportunity to experience India’s maritime traditions and the spirit of naval exploration. The ship will also undertake professional and cultural engagements with the Spanish Navy and other maritime stakeholders. Sea trainees embarked onboar...

August 26, 2026 4:41 PM

INS Sudarshini concludes three-day Lisbon port call during Lokayan 2026 expedition

Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini departed Lisbon on August 25 after a three-day port call as part of its ongoing Lokayan 2026 transoceanic expedition, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said on Wednesday. During the visit, the Commanding Officer of INS Sudarshini held meetings with Rear Admiral Miguel Bessa Pacheco, Commandant of the Portuguese Naval Academy, and Rear Admiral Joao Paulo Silva Pereira, Deputy Fleet Commander of the Portuguese Navy. The engagements focused on strengt...

January 20, 2026 9:45 PM

Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini sets sail on global expedition ‘Lokayan 26’

The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini on Tuesday embarked on a ten-month transoceanic expedition, Lokayan 26, marking a landmark global voyage aimed at showcasing India’s rich seafaring heritage and strengthening maritime cooperation across nations. The expedition was flagged off from Naval Base Kochi by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command. The voyage underscores India’s growing maritime outreach and the Navy’s commitment to...

January 19, 2026 9:21 PM

INS Sudarshini to sail on 10-month transoceanic expedition ‘Lokayan 26’ from January 20

The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini is set to embark on a 10-month transoceanic voyage under the flagship expedition Lokayan 26, beginning January 20, aimed at showcasing India’s maritime heritage while strengthening international naval cooperation. During the expedition, INS Sudarshini will sail over 22,000 nautical miles, visiting 18 ports across 13 countries, reflecting India’s seafaring legacy and the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam across the oceans. A major high...