Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) comprising INS Sujata, INS Shardul and ICGS Veera visited Changi Naval Base, Singapore from 06 – 09 Feb 25. During the port call, Capt Anshul Kishore, Senior Officer, 1TS called on Col Rinson Chua Hon Liat, Commander, Maritime Training and Doctrine Command. The interactions focused on training aspects and avenues for future collaboration in Training and Operations. Dr Shilpak Ambule, High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Singapore visited the ships of 1TS and emphasised the role of the Indian Navy towards ‘Building Bridges of Friendship’. A solemn Wreath Laying Ceremony was held at the Kranji War Memorial to pay homage and honour the fallen soldiers.

Strengthening people-to-people ties, Indian and Singapore Navy trainees participated in friendly sports fixtures. Indian Naval Trainees visited Information Fusion Center (IFC) and Changi Regional HADR Coordination Center (RHCC) enhancing understanding of regional maritime security. They also visited RSN Museum, gaining valuable insights into Singapore’s maritime heritage. School Children from Yuva Bharti and Delhi Public School, Singapore visited the ships of the squadron. Towards Indian Navy’s commitment to community outreach, a lunch was organised at Sree Narayana Old Age and Nursing Home.

The visit concluded with a reception onboard ships of 1TS. The event was attended by Ambassadors of various countries, officers and trainees of the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), diplomats and members of the Indian diaspora in Singapore. The successful completion of the visit highlights the enduring maritime partnership between India and Singapore, in line with the Government of India’s policies of ‘Neighbourhood First’, ‘Act East’ and SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region).