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INS Sudarshini Departs Italy, Strengthening India–Italy Maritime Partnership
INS Sudarshini is a training ship operated by the Indian Navy.
It recently visited Livorno in Italy.
During the visit, Indian and Italian sailors met and learned from one another.
Italy’s Navy Chief visited the ship and spoke with its crew and trainees.
India’s ambassador to Italy also met the sailors and cadets.
Other Indian and Italian officials held discussions about working together at sea.
The ship then left Livorno on September 12.
It is continuing its Lokayan 2026 journey and carrying the message of friendship between India and Italy.
INS Sudarshini departed Livorno, Italy, on September 12 after completing a port call.
The ship hosted Italian Navy Chief Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, who met trainees and crew.
Indian and Italian naval personnel conducted cross-training visits involving INS Sudarshini, ITS Virginio Fasan, and the Italian Naval Academy.
Indian Ambassador Vani Rao and senior Italian officials attended meetings and a formal deck reception.
The vessel is continuing its Lokayan 2026 voyage while promoting the MAHASAGAR vision of regional security and growth.
- Who
- The Indian Navy, the Italian Navy, Indian Ambassador Vani Rao, and officials from India and Italy.
- What
- INS Sudarshini completed a port call, hosted professional interactions, and departed Livorno.
- Where
- Livorno, Italy, including the Italian Naval Academy and the Italian Navy ship ITS Virginio Fasan.
- When
- The ship departed on September 12; the articles do not specify the year for that date.
- Why
- The visit aimed to strengthen India–Italy maritime cooperation, professional training, and mutual understanding while advancing the MAHASAGAR vision.
Key facts
- Ship
- INS Sudarshini, an Indian Navy sail training ship
- Port
- Livorno, Italy
- Departure
- September 12
- Voyage
- Lokayan 2026
- Italian Navy Chief
- Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto
- Indian Ambassador
- Vani Rao
- Stated vision
- MAHASAGAR: Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions
Quotes
Ministry of Defence
India’s Ministry of Defence
“The Indian Navy's sail training ship, INS Sudarshini, set sail from Livorno, Italy, on September 12 on completion of a successful port call. During her stay, the ship participated in a series of professional interactions and cross-training visits, strengthening bonds of friendship and maritime partnership between the two nations.”
deccanchronicle.com
“As INS Sudarshini continues her voyage as part of Lokayan 2026, she carries forward the spirit of maritime partnership and the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).”
deccanchronicle.com
Indian Embassy in Rome
India’s diplomatic mission in Italy
“During her port call at Livorno, INS Sudarshini had the honour of hosting Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, Chief of the Italian Navy. He was briefed about the ship's activities and interacted with the crew as well as cadets. The visit highlighted the enduring friendship and growing India-Italy maritime cooperation.”
deccanchronicle.com
Sources
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