INS Teg Strengthens India–Mauritius Maritime Ties with Port Louis Visit

In a significant display of maritime diplomacy and regional security cooperation, the Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Teg is currently on a four-day operational visit to Port Louis, Mauritius, from June 19 to 22, 2025, as part of her deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region (SWIOR). The visit underscores India’s enduring commitment to enhancing maritime security, safeguarding the global commons, and deepening defense partnerships with key regional allies like Mauritius.

The port call is not only operationally strategic but also symbolically rich, coinciding with International Day of Yoga 2025, which is being celebrated on board with a joint session involving Indian Navy personnel, the Mauritius National Coast Guard (NCG), and members of the Indian diaspora.

Joint EEZ Surveillance and Maritime Security Cooperation

One of the core highlights of the deployment is the joint surveillance operation of the Mauritian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), being undertaken in close coordination with the Mauritius National Coast Guard’s ships and aircraft. These missions aim to:

• Deter and combat Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing

• Enhance maritime situational awareness

• Support the security and sustainability of the Indian Ocean Region’s Blue Economy

By jointly patrolling the waters of a valued maritime partner, INS Teg’s presence reaffirms India’s position as a responsible net security provider in the region and a trusted partner in ensuring the freedom of navigation and rule-based international order in the high seas.

Strengthening India–Mauritius Naval Partnership

On her arrival on June 19, the Commanding Officer of INS Teg paid courtesy calls on key Mauritian dignitaries including:

• The Commissioner of the Mauritius National Coast Guard (COMCG)

• The Commissioner of Police

• The Secretary to the Cabinet of Mauritius

These interactions reinforced the enduring strategic partnership between India and Mauritius, especially in the domains of naval training, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief (HADR), and capacity building.

Capacity Building and Cross-Training Initiatives

During the visit, a host of professional exchanges and joint training exercises are scheduled. Mauritian NCG personnel will be trained onboard INS Teg in key naval disciplines such as:

• Firefighting procedures

• Damage control techniques

• Basic seamanship and naval routines

In a reciprocal gesture, INS Teg's crew will be familiarized with the operational facilities and command structures of the Mauritius National Coast Guard, enhancing mutual interoperability and understanding.

Sporting, Social, and Cultural Engagements

Emphasizing the strong people-to-people connections between India and Mauritius, a range of social and community outreach activities are planned during the ship’s stay in Port Louis. These include:

• Friendly sports fixtures between Indian Navy and NCG personnel

• Community service activities and visits

• Joint Yoga session on board INS Teg on June 21, marking International Day of Yoga, with participation from the Indian diaspora and Mauritian counterparts

Such cultural exchanges not only build camaraderie but also reflect the shared historical, linguistic, and familial ties between the two nations.

INS Teg: A Pillar of India’s Naval Prowess

Commissioned on April 27, 2012, INS Teg is a modern stealth frigate and part of the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet under the Western Naval Command. Built with advanced capabilities in surveillance, surface warfare, anti-submarine operations, and air defense, the vessel has been a regular participant in overseas deployments, reinforcing India's maritime footprint in the Indian Ocean Region and beyond.

Her operational deployments aim not only to project power and deterrence but also to deliver humanitarian aid, disaster response, and security cooperation with friendly nations.

Deepening Bilateral Maritime Ties

India and Mauritius share a longstanding and strategic maritime relationship rooted in:

• Shared oceanic geography

• Maritime trade and economic collaboration

• Joint security interests in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR)

INS Teg’s visit further builds on recent bilateral engagements, including joint exercises, capacity-building assistance, donation of patrol vessels, and high-level naval exchanges. The current deployment is another step in bolstering Mauritius' maritime defense capabilities under the broader umbrella of India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) doctrine.

A Message of Peace, Partnership, and Progress

The Indian Navy’s deployment to Mauritius—punctuated by joint training, strategic patrols, and community engagement—delivers a clear message: India remains a steadfast partner in regional security, a promoter of maritime safety and sustainability, and a friend committed to the well-being of its Indian Ocean neighbors.

As INS Teg prepares to depart Port Louis on June 22, the visit will leave behind strengthened ties, enhanced capabilities, and a deeper sense of maritime cooperation between India and Mauritius.