NEW DELHI JULY 26 — Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sudarshini, the premier sail training ship of the Indian Navy, officially departed Boston, USA, on July 25, 2026, marking a successful leg of her ongoing long-range deployment, Lokayan 2026. During her port call, the vessel prominently represented India at the prestigious SAIL 250 celebrations and the International Naval Review 250, showcasing the nation’s deep maritime heritage and fostering international maritime partnerships through extensive professional and cultural exchanges.
Throughout her American tour, INS Sudarshini participated in high-profile SAIL 250 events across Norfolk, Baltimore, New York, and Boston, welcoming distinguished foreign dignitaries, members of the Indian diaspora, and international naval delegations aboard to reinforce ties of global friendship and maritime cooperation. Setting course for her next destination, Ponta Delgada in Azores, Portugal, the sail training ship continues her voyage across the globe as a symbol of India’s maritime strength, operational professionalism, and international goodwill.