INS Nilgiri in Australia for International Fleet Review, Boosts Indo-Pacific Ties

• India's indigenous stealth frigate INS Nilgiri arrived in Sydney for the Royal Australian Navy's International Fleet Review.
• The visit follows Exercise Kakadu and signifies growing maritime cooperation between India and Australia.
• INS Nilgiri's deployment highlights India's role in fostering a secure, cooperative, and rules-based maritime order in the Indo-Pacific.
• Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla and Rear Admiral Alok Ananda will lead the Indian delegation in multilateral activities and conferences.
• The participation symbolizes mutual respect and acknowledges the strengthening partnership between the two navies.