Current Context: Indian Naval Ships INS Rana (Guided Missile Destroyer) and INS Jyoti (Fleet Tanker) are participating in the 12th edition of Sri Lanka–India Naval Exercise (SLINEX-25) in Colombo.

ABOUT SLINEX

• Launched in: 2005
• Type: Bilateral naval exercise between India and Sri Lanka
• Aim:
  • Enhance interoperability between the two navies
  • Strengthen maritime cooperation
  • Exchange best practices in naval operations
• Significance:
  • Reinforces India’s Neighbourhood First Policy
  • Supports the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions)