Back26th edition of multinational maritime exercise Malabar culminates
The Malabar series of exercises began in 1992 as a bilateral exercise between the navies of India and US and gained further prominence with joining of the navies of Australia and Japan.
PremiumNew Delhi: The 26th edition of the multinational maritime exercise MALABAR 22 culminated in the seas off Japan on 15 November 2022, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.
This edition also marked the 30th anniversary of the exercise and was hosted by the JMSDF (Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force).
The Indian Navy was represented by Eastern Fleet ships Shivalik and Kamorta led by Rear Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet.
“Indian Navy’s indigenous stealth frigate INS Shivalik & ASW corvette INS Kamorta led by RAdm Sanjay Bhalla FOCEF participated in MALABAR22 off Yokosuka Japan. Warships, aircraft & submarines from India, US & 🇦ustralia engaged in advanced Maritime Ex & drills which culminated on 15 November 22," Navy spokesperson said in a tweet.
“The sea phase of MALABAR 22 was conducted over a period of five days near Yokosuka and witnessed live weapon firings, surface, anti-air and anti-submarine warfare drills and tactical procedures," the ministry said.
“Another highlight of the sea phase was the conduct of War at Sea exercise which enabled all four navies to consolidate interoperability and hone their tactical skills," it added.
The high-tempo exercise saw the participation of eleven surface ships including a nuclear powered aircraft carrier with its integral air elements, along with four long-range maritime patrol aircraft, integral helicopters and two submarines. The exercise also involved exchange of ‘Sea Riders’ between various participating ships.
Apart from operational drills and exercises, the bilateral logistics support agreements between the participating countries were validated during this edition of exercise Malabar.
The exercise helped enhance understanding of each others operational methodologies and ability to co-operate to tackle myriad maritime challenges.
The Malabar series of exercises began in 1992 as a bilateral exercise between the navies of India and US and gained further prominence with joining of the navies of Australia and Japan.
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