InternationalSunday, 14 June 2026·The Hindu - National
INS Sharda Colombo visit: India-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation and MAHASAGAR
INS Sharda’s June 13, 2026 Colombo port call included training, exchanges and MAHASAGAR-linked maritime cooperation with Sri Lanka.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On June 13, 2026, Indian Naval Ship INS Sharda departed Colombo after a port call that included training, professional exchanges and sporting engagements with the Sri Lankan Navy.
Key specifics
- INS Sharda left Colombo on June 13, 2026 after a successful port call.
- Sri Lankan Navy personnel were trained in small arms handling, basic firefighting, first aid and rescue procedures.
- Rear Admiral Jagath Kumara, Commander of the Western Naval Area, visited INS Sharda during the port call.
- High Commissioner Santosh Jha received a courtesy call from the ship’s Commanding Officer in Colombo.
- The visit aligned with MAHASAGAR, expanded as Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.
Exam lens
Question type: India-Sri Lanka relations, naval diplomacy and maritime security. TNPSC one-liner: remember INS Sharda, Colombo, June 13, 2026, and MAHASAGAR as the key maritime cooperation keyword.