The bilateral exercise featured intensive professional interactions, an exchange of best practices and demonstrations by teams from both navies.
The exercise provided a platform for the participating personnel to share knowledge and expertise across various aspects of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operations.
Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEEs) focused on real-time threats posed by Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), render-safe procedures, mine neutralisation and the deployment of unmanned underwater systems.
The cross-training phase included exercises covering various diving disciplines, including wreck location and salvage, the use of specialised equipment and slithering operations.
The joint training enhanced the professional competence and skill sets of the participating diving teams while fostering greater mutual understanding and interoperability between the two navies.
The successful completion of the exercise reaffirmed the commitment of the Indian and US navies to strengthening operational synergy and cooperation in specialised maritime operations.