Sea phase of Milan 2022 concludes in Visakhapatnam
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
The sea phase of the 11th edition of Milan, which witnessed the
participation of 26 ships, one submarine and 21 aircraft, concluded
on Friday.
A series of complex and advanced exercises were undertaken in
all three dimensions of Naval operations to enhance compatibility,
interoperability, mutual understanding, and maritime cooperation
amongst the partner Navies.
The sea phase commenced with a series of exercises being
undertaken to enhance the interoperability amongst the
participating Navies.
The first two days of exercises at sea included complex Anti Air
Warfare drills with US P8A aircraft shepherding a strike of Indian
fighter aircraft on a formation of warships of the participating
navies.
Additionally, weapon firings against low-flying air targets were
conducted, which reflected the proficiency of the crews and high
levels of interoperability. During helicopter operations,
cross-deck landing operations were also carried out.
Ships from participating countries also exercised for
replenishment at sea with the Indian Navy's tankers, which requires
precise manoeuvring and seamanship skills.
The next few days witnessed an increase in the complexity of
exercises, including underway replenishment, advanced
anti-submarine exercises with participation by aircraft, surface
target firings, and simulation of complex operational
scenarios.
The closing ceremony of Milan 2022 was held in a unique format,
with commanding officers of participating ships arriving by
helicopters and boats onboard INS Jalashwa at the anchorage. Six
foreign ships attended the closing ceremony in virtual mode. The
ceremony was presided over by Rear Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Nau Sena
Medal, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet.
The ceremony included a debrief of the exercises conducted at
sea. The commanding officers of participating countries expressed
their appreciation for the well-conducted harbour and sea phase of
Milan 2022.
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