INS TUSHIL ARRIVES AT DAKAR, SENEGAL

Tags: Defence

Why in the news?

• INS Tushil, Indian Navy’s latest stealth frigate, as part of the ongoing operational deployment visited Port of Dakar, Senegal.

Important points:

• This visit will further bolster the existing ties with Senegal and enhance interaction between the navies of the two countries.

• INS Tushil, commanded by Captain Peter Varghese, will engage in various military and social engagements during the port call.

• The ship will conduct interaction between subject matter experts from the two navies for mutually beneficial avenues and carry out training along with demonstrations. An invigorating session of Yoga is also planned for Senegalese enthusiasts.

• To showcase Indian culture, the ship will also organise social interaction onboard. On completion, the ship will participate in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) and joint patrol with the Senegalese Navy off the waters of the West African Coast. 

• The exercise is aimed at furthering maritime cooperation between the two navies while enhancing regional security and promoting interoperability.

About  SENEGAL:

• Senegal, officially the Republic of Senegal, is the westernmost country in West Africa, situated on the Atlantic Ocean coastline.

•  It borders Mauritania to the north, Mali to the east, Guinea to the southeast and Guinea-Bissau to the southwest. 

• Capital of Senegal is Dakar.