INS Sandhyayak Visits Malaysia for Naval Cooperation

INS Sandhyayak, the Indian Navy’s largest indigenously designed survey ship, visited Port Klang, Malaysia (16–19 July 2025) to bolster regional hydrographic collaboration and reaffirm India’s commitment to maritime cooperation under the OCEAN framework.

Highlights:

• INS Sandhyayak visited Port Klang, Malaysia from 16–19 July 2025.
• The visit focused on hydrographic cooperation and maritime capacity building.
• Key activities included technical exchanges, official receptions, and goodwill events.
• The visit aligns with India’s OCEAN initiative promoting regional security and development.
• INS Sandhyayak is India’s first indigenously designed Sandhayak-class survey ship.

INS Sandhyayak, the Indian Navy’s largest indigenously designed and built hydrographic survey ship, made its first overseas port call at Port Klang, Malaysia from 16 to 19 July 2025. The landmark visit highlights India’s growing role in regional hydrographic collaboration and strengthens maritime ties with Southeast Asia.

Commissioned in February 2024, INS Sandhyayak represents a significant achievement in India’s self-reliance in naval shipbuilding. Built under the Indian Naval Hydrographic Department (INHD) and National Hydrographic Office (NHO), the ship is equipped with advanced systems for both coastal and deep-sea surveys, oceanographic data collection, helicopter operations, and humanitarian assistance.

During its stay in Malaysia, INS Sandhyayak participated in intensive knowledge-sharing sessions and institutional-level engagements focused on hydrographic technologies and sustainable marine practices. These interactions aimed to enhance regional capacity under India’s OCEAN vision — Mutual and Inclusive Advancement for Security and Development in the Region.

The ship’s visit featured official receptions and public outreach aimed at building goodwill and enhancing maritime collaboration. It marked a significant stride in India-Malaysia naval relations and reaffirmed India’s strong commitment to maritime domain awareness and security in the Indo-Pacific region.

The successful port call reaffirms the Indian Navy’s dedication to international maritime partnerships, especially in advancing shared hydrographic and oceanographic goals with regional stakeholders.