India, Nov. 2 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
The Indian Navy accorded a ceremonial welcome to INS Sudarshini on successful completion of Lokayan 26, a ten-month transoceanic sailing expedition, as the ship returned to Kochi on 02 Nov 2026. The homecoming was marked by a water cannon salute and a ceremonial welcome by the Naval Band, as proud family members gathered to receive the crew after their extraordinary voyage spanning over 22,000 nautical miles across the oceans.
The Flag-in Ceremony was presided over by VAdm Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command. Speaking on the occasion, FOC-in-C South commended the ship's crew for their exemplary perseverance, professionalism, resilience and d...