The 21st edition of the bilateral naval exercise between India and France was started on the western seaboard on 16th January 2023 and will be held till 20th January 2023. The exercise will include the participation of indigenous guided missile stealth destroyer INS Chennai, guided missile frigate INS Teg, maritime patrol aircraft P-8I and Dornier, integral helicopters and MiG29K fighter aircraft.
- The exercise aims to facilitate operational-level interaction between the two navies and will help in fostering mutual cooperation for good order at sea, underscoring the shared commitment of both nations to security, safety and freedom of the global maritime commons.