Indian Navy Ship INS Tarkash arrives at Port Louis, Mauritius

Indian Navy Ship INS Tarkash arrived at the port of Port Louis, Mauritius, on October 30, 2026. According to a PIB Delhi report, the ship has reached Mauritius as part of its ongoing operational deployment in the southern Indian Ocean region. This port visit reflects the strengthening maritime partnership between India and Mauritius.

During this visit, an opportunity will be provided to further strengthen naval cooperation between the two countries through professional interactions, joint activities, and cultural exchanges. The crew of INS Tarkash will engage in various activities with personnel of the Mauritius Coast Guard. This will also include joint training activities aimed at sharing operational experiences and best practices, enhancing interoperability, and strengthening coordination between the two maritime forces.

Cultural exchange and community outreach activities will also be part of this visit. Through these activities, personnel from both countries will get an opportunity to interact with each other and further deepen people-to-people ties. In addition, INS Tarkash will also participate in events organized on the occasion of the 192nd Aapravasi Day of Mauritius on November 2, 2026.

This annual celebration commemorates the arrival of the first group of indentured laborers from India at the Aapravasi Ghat in Port Louis on November 2, 1834. This day honors the historical heritage, sacrifices, and contributions of those laborers whose descendants now form a large part of the population of Mauritius and have contributed to the cultural and economic development of the island nation. The participation of INS Tarkash in these events underlines the deep-rooted historical and cultural connections between the two countries.

This port call is an important demonstration of India's enduring partnership with Mauritius, which is based on shared historical relations, cultural affinities, and mutual trust. It also highlights the Indian Navy's continued engagement with friendly maritime nations of the Indian Ocean region, contributing to maritime cooperation, regional security, and stability. Through such deployments, the Indian Navy is strengthening maritime partnerships and advancing the vision of 'MAHASAGAR'.