International Fleet Review at Visakhapatnam
GS II
In the news
The President reviewed the International Fleet Review off Visakhapatnam.
Key facts
- The Navy reported participation from 74 countries; the President reviewed the fleet from INS Sumedha.
Why it matters for UPSC
Editorial relevance: Maritime diplomacy supports cooperation, but a fleet review is distinct from a combat exercise.
Original source: Press Information BureauSource date: 2026-02-18
Mains practice
How does naval diplomacy strengthen cooperative maritime security?