Panaji, Dec. 17 -- The Indian Navy commissioned its second MH 60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335 (Ospreys), at NS Hansa, Goa, in the presence of Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, the Chief of the Naval Staff.

Addressing the commission ceremony, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said, "I am delighted to be here today at the home base of Indian Naval Aviation, INS Hansa, for the commissioning of INS 335 'Osprey'. The induction of the MH-60 Romeo multirole helicopter as the first operational squadron marks a significant milestone for our Navy."

He added that the new squadron will enhance maritime domain awareness and enable rapid response across anti-submarine warfare.

"The MH-60R will enhance maritime domain awareness and enable rapid response across anti-s...