Watercraft handed by India to Sri Lanka To boost maritime relations, India has handed over to Sri Lanka two personal watercraft (PWC) to further enhance Sri Lankan Coast Guard’s (SLGC) capabilities in near shore search and rescue, the Indian high commission in Sri Lanka said on Sunday.On the handover of the two vessels, the Indian embassy said, “GoI assistance enhances Sri Lanka Coast Guard capability in near-shore Search and Rescue (SAR). Defence Adviser Indian SL handed over two PWCs along with safety gears to director operations at SLCG Headquarters in Mirissa.”To enhance interoperability, the two navies also held diving exercise ‘IN-SLN DIVEX 2026’ in Colombo from April 21-27. The exercise, in which INS Nireekshak participated, brought together diving teams from the two navies to undertake a series of specialised underwater operations and training drills.Commanding Officer Commander of INS Nireekshak Cdr Sailesh Tyagi held discussions with Sri Lanka’s Rear Admiral SJ Kumara, Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Area, on issues of mutual interest and avenues for deeper cooperation. Beyond operational engagements, the visit included social interactions, sports fixtures and joint yoga sessions designed to foster camaraderie and goodwill between the personnel of both navies.As part of humanitarian outreach, India will hand over two BHISM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri) cubes to Sri Lankan authorities. These portable medical units are equipped to handle up to 200 emergency cases and come with essential medicines and basic surgical capabilities. The Indian Navy will also provide 50,000 rounds of 9 mm ammunition to the Sri Lankan Navy.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNDA Nears 2/3 Majority As NDA Numbers Swell in Rajya Sabha After AAP Exodus’Party Of Billionaires’: Congress Attacks AAP After 7 Rajya Sabha MPs Join BJPIran Attacks Togo-Flagged Tanker With 17 Indian Seafarers Near Oman; All Safe’Once-in-a-Generation’ India Signs Free Trade Agreement With New Zealand After a Decade of Talks’Attack By BJP Goons’: TMC MP Mitali Bag’s Car Vandalised In Hooghly, BJP Denies TMC’s Charge’You Are Married Because AAP Made You Rajya Sabha Member’: Saurabh Bharadwaj Attacks Raghav ChadhaNDA Surges In Rajya Sabha After Chadha-Led AAP Exodus, BJP Nears Majority“Right Man, Wrong Party”: Raghav Chadha Defends Exit From AAP In New Video“Bound To Happen”: Congress MLA’s Take On Trump Event ShootingArvind Kejriwal Shocks Court With Refusal To Appear In Excise Case123PhotostoriesWhy tadka turns bitter: 5 expert tips for preparing perfect tadka at home10 delicious Indian sweets made with fresh cheesePM Narendra Modi praises 3 desi Indian cheese varieties and asks how many have you triedHow Brahma Muhurta Routines Can Improve Focus, Clarity, and Discipline8 historic landmarks in Mumbai that are more than 100 years old: Why you should visit themTop 5 residential areas of Nashik for quality living and investmentAC vs cooler: What works best for DelhiAamir Khan tears up at son Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi’s ‘Ek Din Ki Mehfil’ event: 5 times the actor got emotional in publicGreen and red food combinations that boost nutrient absorption instantlySummer Special: How to make Kaache Aam ki Launji at home123Hot PicksWest Bengal PollsPM ModiMamata BanerjeeRahul GandhiBengal RallyWest Bengal ElectionsMatua CommunityTop TrendingRussini Mike Photo ControversyTamil Nadu electionNFL Trade RumorsPetrol Diesel PriceAssam HS 12th ResultJac Class 12 ResultPatrick MahomesBengal PollsJack GrealishIPL Orange Cap
To boost maritime relations, India has handed over to Sri Lanka two personal watercraft (PWC) to further enhance Sri Lankan Coast Guard’s (SLGC) capabilities in near shore search and rescue, the Indian high commission in Sri Lanka said on Sunday.On the handover of the two vessels, the Indian embassy said, “GoI assistance enhances Sri Lanka Coast Guard capability in near-shore Search and Rescue (SAR). Defence Adviser Indian SL handed over two PWCs along with safety gears to director operations at SLCG Headquarters in Mirissa.”To enhance interoperability, the two navies also held diving exercise ‘IN-SLN DIVEX 2026’ in Colombo from April 21-27. The exercise, in which INS Nireekshak participated, brought together diving teams from the two navies to undertake a series of specialised underwater operations and training drills.Commanding Officer Commander of INS Nireekshak Cdr Sailesh Tyagi held discussions with Sri Lanka’s Rear Admiral SJ Kumara, Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Area, on issues of mutual interest and avenues for deeper cooperation. Beyond operational engagements, the visit included social interactions, sports fixtures and joint yoga sessions designed to foster camaraderie and goodwill between the personnel of both navies.As part of humanitarian outreach, India will hand over two BHISM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri) cubes to Sri Lankan authorities. These portable medical units are equipped to handle up to 200 emergency cases and come with essential medicines and basic surgical capabilities. The Indian Navy will also provide 50,000 rounds of 9 mm ammunition to the Sri Lankan Navy.
