Why in the News?
The 13th edition of the Sri Lanka-India bilateral maritime exercise, SLINEX-26, is being conducted at Visakhapatnam from 17-21 September 2026.
Key Highlights
- Exercise: SLINEX-26
- Edition: 13th
- Venue: Visakhapatnam
- Dates: 17-21 September 2026
- Participating navies:
- Indian Navy: INS Kavaratti and INS Jyoti
- Sri Lanka Navy: SLNS Sindurala
- Exercise has two phases:
- Harbour Phase : Professional interactions, Cross-deck visits, Sharing of best practices, Yoga, Sports, and Cultural activities
- Sea Phase : Coordinated activities at sea, Operational synergy, Interoperability between the two navies
About SLINEX
- Conceptualised in 2005.
- Provides a platform for:
- Maritime cooperation
- Interoperability
- Mutual understanding
- Sharing of best practices
Strategic Significance
- SLINEX-26 supports India’s MAHASAGAR vision and aims to strengthen cooperation for a secure, stable and inclusive maritime environment.
- It also reinforces the enduring maritime partnership between India and Sri Lanka.
Prelims Quick Revision
- SLINEX: India-Sri Lanka bilateral maritime exercise.
- Conceptualised: 2005
- 2026 edition: 13th
- SLINEX-26 venue: Visakhapatnam
- Indian ships: INS Kavaratti + INS Jyoti
- Sri Lankan ship: SLNS Sindurala
- Two phases: Harbour Phase + Sea Phase
- Linked with India’s MAHASAGAR vision.
