INS Tabar Participates in 328th Russian Navy Day Celebrations
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | INS Tabar arrives in Saint Petersburg for the 328th Russian Navy Day celebrations |
| Date/Location | Saint Petersburg, Russia |
| Ship Details | - INS Tabar: Frontline frigate of the Indian Navy |
| - Part of the Western Fleet, based in Mumbai under the Western Naval Command | |
| - Commanded by Captain MR Harish | |
| - Crew: 280 personnel | |
| - Equipped with versatile weapons and sensors | |
| Purpose of Visit | Strengthen maritime cooperation and interoperability between Indian and Russian navies |
| Activities | - Professional interactions |
| - Passing Exercise (PASSEX) with Russian Navy | |
| - Participation in Naval Parade with ~200 ships/boats, including foreign vessels | |
| Featured Vessels | - Russian: Project 22800 Karakurt-class missile corvette Odintsovo, |
| Project 636.3 Varshavyanka-class submarine Mozhaisk | |
| - Foreign: Algerian Navy's training ship Soummam, Chinese guided missile destroyer Jiaozuo | |
| Leadership Involvement | Russian President Vladimir Putin greeted Indian Navy personnel and reviewed the Main Naval Parade |
| Cultural Significance | Reflects strong India-Russia maritime cooperation and diplomatic ties under "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" |