COLOMBO– The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Rana arrived at the Port of Trincomalee on a formal visit this Monday morning (11 Aug ). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in compliance with time-honoured naval traditions.
INS Rana is a 147m long destroyer which is manned by a crew of 300. Meanwhile, the ship is commanded by Captain KP Sreesan.
During their stay in Sri Lanka, the crew will engage in several training programmes and sporting events arranged by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed at strengthening cooperation and fostering goodwill between the two navies. The itinerary also includes sightseeing tours across the country. In addition, the visiting ship will conduct a yoga session and host a training visit for SLN personnel onboard, while the Sri Lanka Navy will execute simulation exercises at the Special Boat Squadron Headquarters for the ship’s crew.
Concluding her official visit, INS Rana is scheduled to leave the island on 14 Aug.
