MALABAR 2024 Maritime Exercise Launches in Vizag

On 9th October 2024, the 28th edition of the multi-national maritime exercise MALABAR 2024 commenced on October 9, 2024, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, featuring participation from the navies of India, the United States, Japan, and Australia.

This year’s MALABAR exercise will take place from October 9 to 18 and includes live weapon firings, anti-air and anti-submarine warfare drills, and various joint maneuvers to enhance naval cooperation among participating nations.
The opening ceremony was held aboard the Indian Naval Ship Satpura and hosted by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Commander-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command, with senior military officials from all participating nations in attendance.
The exercise consists of two distinct phases, both in the harbor and at sea, designed to strengthen interoperability and operational readiness among the navies involved.
Naval platforms from the participating countries will include guided missile destroyers, frigates, submarines, and various maritime aircraft, highlighting the extensive maritime capabilities of each nation.
MALABAR 2024 aligns with India's vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR) and reinforces the importance of collaborative frameworks to address common maritime challenges among like-minded nations.