New Delhi, April 27 -- Indian Naval Ship IOS SAGAR with 44 naval personnel from nine friendly foreign nations has successfully completed the first phase of a joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with National Coast Guard (NCG) Mauritius as part of its deployment in the Southwestern Indian Ocean.

The ship and her crew were received with warmth and enthusiasm, reflecting the close and time-tested bonds between India and Mauritius. The welcome reception was graced by Sooroojebally R, PMSM, the Commissioner of Police, and several high-ranking dignitaries of the Prime Minister's Office, Mauritius Police Force, Indian High Commission, and NCG Mauritius.

On completion of the welcome ceremony, the dignitaries were given a tour of th...