NewzVille Desk
INS Trikand, a stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, called at Limassol, Cyprus on Monday during her ongoing deployment to the Mediterranean Sea.
On arrival, the Commanding Officer, Capt Sachin Kulkarni, called on Manish, High Commissioner of India to Cyprus, and Cmde Minas Solomonides, Commander of the Cyprus Navy.
Activities during the port call included professional interactions, yoga, and a cultural exchange onboard. The ship was also open to visitors on 23 September 2025.
The visit will strengthen defence and maritime cooperation, including enhanced coordination in maritime security and capacity-building initiatives. It will also bolster people-to-people connections and cultural ties, celebrating the longstanding friendship and shared values between India and Cyprus.