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News: INS Surat arrived at Muscat, Oman, to participate in the 15th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr 2026.

About Exercise Naseem Al Bahr 2026

The Exercise Naseem Al Bahr is a bilateral maritime exercise conducted between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman.
Meaning: The term ‘Naseem Al Bahr’ means ‘Sea Breeze’.
Origin: The exercise was initiated in 1993.
- Oman was the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to conduct bilateral exercises with India.
Objective: The exercise aims to enhance operational interoperability, strengthen professional cooperation and promote mutual understanding between the two navies.
2026 Edition
- Host: The 2026 edition of Exercise Naseem Al Bahr is being hosted by Oman at Muscat.
Key Features
- Two Phases: The exercise is conducted in two phases, beginning with the harbour phase and followed by the sea phase.
- It includes cross-deck visits, operational interactions and sporting events to promote cooperation between naval personnel.
- Personnel from both navies get opportunities to share their experiences and best practices.
- Maritime Cooperation: The exercise strengthens India’s maritime partnership with Oman and supports shared regional security interests.