Archive · 5 Dec 2025
MILAN 2026: Largest Naval Exercise in India
The Indian Navy is organizing a big event called MILAN 2026 in Visakhapatnam.
It's the largest gathering of naval forces and leaders in India.
Many countries are invited, and 61 have said they will come.
The event will last 11 days and include practice at sea and meetings.
Visakhapatnam was chosen because it has good facilities and is an important place for ships.
The Indian Navy hopes this will help everyone work together better and learn from each other.
MILAN 2026 will be the largest naval exercise in India, hosted in Visakhapatnam from February 19-25, 2026.
61 nations have confirmed participation, with 23 foreign warships and two aircraft.
The event combines MILAN 2026, International Fleet Review 2026, and the 9th IONS Conclave of Chiefs.
Visakhapatnam was chosen for its strategic location, infrastructure, and maritime significance.
The exercise focuses on multilateral operations and strengthening professional bonds among navies.
- Who
- Indian Navy and 61 participating nations
- What
- MILAN 2026, a multilateral naval exercise
- When
- February 19-25, 2026
- Where
- Visakhapatnam, India
- Why
- To strengthen professional bonds and enhance cooperation at sea
- Event
- MILAN 2026
- Location
- Visakhapatnam
- Duration
- February 19-25, 2026
- Participating Navies
- 61 confirmed
- Foreign Warships
- 23
- Theme
- Camaraderie, Cooperation, Collaboration
- Host
- Eastern Naval Command
- Previous Edition
- 2024 in Visakhapatnam with 47 navies