The Indian Navy contingent, along with a naval band and the ship’s integral helicopter, took part in the parade and flypast held at the Champ de Mars, adding grandeur to the Mauritius' national festivities

INS Trikand, a frontline stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, completed a productive port call at Port Victoria, Seychelles, from March 16-20, participating in the first tri-services edition of Exercise Lamitiye 2026 alongside the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Seychelles Defence Forces in the Indian Navy's maiden participation in the exercise