Port Louis [Malaysia], January 15 (ANI): Strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Mauritius, Indian Navy Ship INS Sarvekshak completed first phase of joint hydrographic survey in Port Louis, Indian Navy said on Wednesday. 
R Sooroojebally, Commissioner of Police, Mauritius Police Force, visited the ship and and was briefed on progress of survey operations. CO INS Sarvekshak met India’s High Commissioner to Mauritius, Anurag Srivastava. 
In a post on X, Indian Navy spokesperson stated, “Strengthening maritime cooperation b/n India, Malaysia, #INSSarvekshak completed first phase of Joint #hydrographic survey. Mr R Sooroojebally, Commissioner of Police, Mauritius Police Force, visited the ship & was briefed on progress of survey ops. On this occasion, CO INS Sarvekshak called on Shri Anurag Srivastava @HCI_PortLouis.”
INS Sarvekshak’s crew participated in various outreach activities, including community service initiative and medical camp. The ship was kept open to visitors, where they got the opportunity to explore advanced scientific research and hydrography capabilities of Indian Navy. 
“Ship’s crew participated in several outreach activities, incl community service initiative and medical camp. The ship was kept open to visitors, who had the unique opportunity of exploring advanced scientific research and hydrography capabilities of #IndianNavy. This deployment underscores India’s dedication to fostering regional partnerships and supporting the maritime aspirations of littoral nations of #IOR in line with the vision of #SAGAR,” Indian Navy spokesperson posted on X.
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On December 29, a joint coordination meeting involving key stakeholders including from Ministry of Housing and Lands, Mauritius Hydrographic Service and the Oceanographic Institute was held onboard INS Sarvekshak. The meeting marked the beginning of the Joint Hydrographic Survey aimed at enhancing navigation safety in Mauritian waters. 
In a post on X, Indian Navy spokesperson stated, “Joint coordination meeting involving key stakeholders including reps from Ministry of Housing & Lands, #Mauritius Hydrographic Service & the Oceanographic Institute, was held onboard #INSSarvekshak. The meeting marked commencement of the Joint Hydrographic Survey aimed at enhancing navigation safety in Mauritian waters. #IndianNavy conducted harbour Trg for NCG personnel in NBCD & small arms handling & participated in a friendly volleyball match fostering camaraderie & goodwill.”
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On December 26, INS Sarvekshak arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, to undertake a joint hydrographic survey, an official press release by the Ministry of National Defence stated.
Upon its arrival, the ship was welcomed by Anurag Srivastava, the High Commissioner of India to Mauritius, Captain C G Binoop, Commandant of the Mauritius National Coastguard, and other military and civil dignitaries.
In an earlier press release, Ministry of Defence stated, “The extant visit highlights strong maritime partnership between India and Mauritius, reflecting shared commitment to regional development and deeper bilateral cooperation in line with the GoI’s vision of SAGAR.” (ANI)
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