India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
The 12th edition of the India - Sri Lanka bilateral naval exercise SLINEX-25 successfully concluded at Colombo on 18 Aug 2025, reaffirming shared commitment and maritime security. The current edition saw the participation of Indian naval ships INS Jyoti and INS Rana from the Eastern Fleet and Sri Lankan Naval Ships SLNS Sayura and SLNS Vijayabahu (both Advance Offshore Patrol Vessels).
Upon arrival at the Port of Colombo, the Commanding Officers of INS Jyoti and INS Rana called on Commander of the Western Naval Area (WNA), Rear Admiral Chandima Silva RSP, USP, and discussed enhancing bilateral naval cooperation, and sharing Best Practices. They also paid solemn t...