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INS Trikand wraps up Mombasa visit\u2014India strengthens maritime ties with Kenya<\/p>\n

INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, concluded her port call at Mombasa, Kenya, on April 10.<\/p>\n

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\n\tThe port call coincided with the visit of VAdm Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, to Kenya. INSAS rifles and ammunition were formally handed over by FOC-in-C, West to Maj Gen Paul Owuor Otieno, Commander of the Kenya Navy, during a formal ceremony onboard the ship.<\/p>\n

\n\tActivities conducted during the stay include handling and maintenance of small arms and ammunition, Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS), cross-deck visits, community service, sports fixtures, and yoga. Capt Sachin Kulkarni, Commanding Officer INS Trikand, called on Brig Mohammed Shee Shemote, Commander of the Kenya Navy Fleet. A cultural evening was also held onboard the ship.<\/p>\n

\n\tThe ship has proceeded for further operational deployment.<\/p>\n

\n\tThe port call at Mombasa reflects India\u2019s vision of MAHASAGAR – Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions, and will serve to further strengthen camaraderie, mutual cooperation, and bilateral relations.<\/p>\n

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