SLINEX-26: India-Sri Lanka naval exercise held at Visakhapatnam

17 Sep 2026 Defences

The 13th edition of the Sri Lanka-India bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX-26 was held from 17 to 21 September 2026 at Visakhapatnam, with harbour and sea phases.

Important Facts

  • Dates: 17-21 September 2026; Venue: Visakhapatnam (Eastern Naval Command)
  • Edition: 13th
  • Indian Navy: INS Kavaratti (ASW corvette) and INS Jyoti (fleet tanker)
  • Sri Lanka Navy: SLNS Sindurala
  • SLINEX began in 2005
Exam Point: SLINEX = India-Sri Lanka naval exercise; Eastern Naval Command HQ is Visakhapatnam.

Source: ThePrint

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