Lokayan 2026: INS
Sudarshini
Prelims:
International
Relations, Defense & Security
Mains:
GS
Paper II-International Relations, GS Paper III-Security
Current
relevance:
Indian Naval Sail
Training Ship (INS) Sudarshini arrived in New York under the Lokayan 2026 expedition to participate in the Sail4th 250 celebrations and the United States International Naval
Review 250.
Highlights:
About Lokayan 2026
i.
Lokayan
2026 is a 10-month transoceanic
expedition undertaken by INS
Sudarshini.
ii.
The
expedition aims to strengthen maritime
cooperation, promote international goodwill, and deepen engagement with
partner navies.
INS Sudarshini
i.
It
is the Indian Navy's sail training ship,
designed as a three-masted barque.
ii.
It
serves as a symbol of India's rich
maritime heritage and centuries-old seafaring traditions.
iii.
The
vessel is primarily used for sail training, maritime diplomacy, and
international outreach.
Participation
in Sail4th 250
i.
INS
Sudarshini participated in the Parade of
Sail along the Hudson River in New
York.
ii.
It
proudly flew the Indian Tricolour,
showcasing India's maritime legacy during the international celebrations.
Source: PIB- https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2281357®=48&lang=2