Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tarkash, a stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, arrived at Port Victoria in Seychelles on 12 June 2026 as part of its ongoing operational deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. The visit reflects the strong maritime partnership between India and Seychelles and highlights the growing cooperation between the two countries in the field of maritime security and defence. During its deployment, INS Tarkash escorted Seychelles Coast Guard vessel PS Zoroaster from India to Seychelles after the ship completed a refit at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata. The successful transit demonstrated close coordination and interoperability between the Indian Navy and the Seychelles Coast Guard in addressing shared maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean Region. High-level meetings planned During the port call, Captain Rohit Mishra, Commanding Officer of INS Tarkash, is scheduled to meet senior officials of the Seychelles government and the Seychelles Defence Forces. These interactions are expected to further enhance defence cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations. Cultural and social engagements Apart from …