India, July 1 -- Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Kwatra, visited INS Sudarshini at a port in Maryland and lauded the crew for their efforts to build bridges of mutual cooperation and trust.

INS Sudarshini is participating in the SAIL 250 Maryland event, commemorating America's 250th anniversary.

"Ambassador Vinay Kwatra visited Indian Naval Ship Sudarshini at the port of Baltimore, Maryland on 28 June 26, which is currently participating in the SAIL 250 Maryland event from 25-29 June 26," the Embassy of India in Washington posted on X.

"The Commanding Officer briefed the Ambassador on the LOKAYAN 26 progress, conduct of the five-month-long transoceanic voyage covering around 13000 nm (nautical miles) and the preparation towards the ...