Article Posted on : - Jun 24, 2025

Indian Navy's frontline stealth frigate, INS Teg. Photo: PIB

NEW DELHI (BNS): INS Teg, a frontline stealth frigate of the Western Naval Command, concluded her port call at Port Louis, Mauritius on 22 Jun 2025, the Ministry of Defence has said.

The visit formed part of her operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region and featured a wide spectrum of professional, social, and cultural engagements, underscoring the robust maritime partnership between India and Mauritius.

During the deployment, INS Teg undertook coordinated surveillance of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of Mauritius in collaboration with the Mauritius National Coast Guard (NCG) ships and aircraft. 

As part of capacity-building initiatives and the exchange of Best Practices, NCG personnel were trained onboard INS Teg in firefighting, damage control, bridge and engine room watchkeeping, electrical systems and small arms handling. Live demonstrations, including post-sailing diving checks, were also conducted. 

In commemoration of International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, a joint yoga session was held on 21 June with approximately 150 participants. 

The visit of INS Teg to Mauritius stands as a testament to the Indian Navy’s commitment to enhancing maritime security cooperation and bilateral relations. It has not only bolstered operational interoperability but also reinforced the enduring friendship between India and Mauritius — founded on shared values, mutual trust and a common vision for a secure and prosperous Indian Ocean Region, the MoD said in a statement.

The Commanding Officer of INS Teg, Captain Vikas Guleria, called on senior government and military dignitaries, including Mr Rampersad Sooroojebally, Commissioner of Police, Mr Suresh Seebaluck, Secretary to Cabinet, Mr Anurag Srivastava, High Commissioner of India, Mrs Kan Oye Fong Weng Poorun, Secretary for Home Affairs, and Captain CG Binoop, COMCG. These high-level interactions contributed to deepening mutual understanding and further strengthening bilateral ties.