Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate, INS Tabar commanded by Captain MR Harish had recently visited Toulon, France from 29 Aug 24 to 01 Sep 24 and later upon departure participated in the 22nd edition of IN – FN Bilateral Exercise VARUNA from 02 – 04 Sep 24 in the Mediterranean Sea. In addition to INS Tabar, Indian Navy was represented by the ship borne Helicopter; LRMR Aircraft P8I, whereas French side was represented by FS Provence, Submarine Suffren, Aircraft F20; Atlantique2, fighters MB339 and Helicopters NH90; Dauphin. A series of advanced naval operations were conducted during the present edition of bilateral exercise, involving enhanced tactical manoeuvers, advanced anti-submarine warfare exercises, FLYEX, Air Defence Exercise, live weapon firings, PHOTO-EX and Steam Past, seamlessly integrating assets of both the navies in all three domains viz air, surface and sub-surface.
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