India, Feb. 16 -- The Indian Navy inaugurated the Milan Village on February 15 at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam as part of its flagship international naval exercise, Milan 2026.

The ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, who formally opened the village for participating navies and toured the facilities designed to foster global maritime engagement.

Conceptualised as an immersive experience zone, the Milan Village brings together delegates and naval personnel from over 70 countries in an atmosphere of camaraderie and friendship. It serves as a vibrant hub for social and cultural exchange, encouraging interactions that extend beyond professional engag...