India-Oman Bilateral Naval Exercise Naseem-Al-Bahr 2024
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India-Oman bilateral naval exercise Naseem-Al-Bahr |
| Dates | October 13 to 18, 2024 |
| Location | Off the coast of Goa |
| Participating Vessels | Indian Navy: INS Trikand and Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft Royal Navy of Oman: RNOV Al Seeb |
| Phases | Harbour Phase (October 13-15, 2024): Professional interactions, Subject Matter Expert Exchanges, planning conferences, sports fixtures, and social engagements. |
| Sea Phase (October 16-18, 2024): Naval maneuvers, gun firings at surface inflatable targets, close-range anti-aircraft firings, Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPS), helicopter operations (cross-deck landings, vertical replenishment), Over-the-Horizon Targeting (OTHT), and Sea Riders' interaction. | |
| Outcomes | Enhanced interoperability, strengthened mutual understanding of tactics and operational best practices, fostered cohesion through professional and social interactions. |
| Strategic Importance | Reaffirms India's commitment to regional cooperation and mutual growth in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Strengthens India's role in promoting maritime security and constructive collaboration with Oman. |