INS Sunayna visited port of Durban, South Africa from 21-25 Aug 2023 reinforcing India's ties with maritime partners and in accordance with PM's vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region SAGAR. During visit, personnel from Indian Navy and South African Navy were engaged in a wide range of professional and training interactions, deck visits and sports fixture. Joint training sessions were conducted on various aspects of navigation, firefighting, damage control and VBSS. Spreading the message of Vasudhaiva Kutumbhakam, a joint Yoga session was conducted onboard INS Sunayna with South African Navy personnel. The ship was open for visitors on 23 Aug 2023. The Consul General of India in Durban Dr Thelma John David, was familiarised with ship's role and capabilities. The ship undertook maritime partnership exercise (MPX) with South African Navy Ship SAS King Sekhukhune I off Durban, on leaving harbour, furthering jointness and interoperability. The successful culmination of the visit is testament to shared commitment of both Navies towards fostering maritime cooperation and partnership.
