India, Sept. 5 -- The ships of First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul and ICGS Sarathi, departed Port Victoria, Seychelles on September 4, marking the completion of a successful visit as part of the ongoing Long Range Training Deployment.

"During the four-day visit, bilateral activities between the Indian Navy (IN) and Seychelles Defence Force (SDF) included multiple professional exchanges, training visits & social interactions, bolstering ties between the two maritime nations," read a government statement.

The discussions highlighted the enduring partnership between Seychelles and India, emphasising the military collaboration between Seychelles Defence Forces and Indian Armed Forces.

A deck reception was hosted...