IN_NIH

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HYDROGRAPHY

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#OpSouthernReadiness 26-2⚓

🇮🇳🤝🌏 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. 

As #OpSouthernReadiness 26-2 concludes, the partnership between #IndianNavy and #CMF has transformed shared intent into meaningful action through four days of immersive practical and simulator-based training.

The exercise strengthened professional bonds, enhanced operational understanding and reaffirmed a shared commitment to maritime security and future-ready cooperation.

#PreferredSecurityPartner
#PreferredTrainingPartner
#CTF154Training
#IndianNavyAtHelm
#ReadyTogether

@CMF_Bahrain 
@IN_HQSNC

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#𝗢𝗽𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 26-2

🌍 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦��𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 🇮🇳

Professional exchanges, immersive training and shared expertise marked Day 1 of #OpSouthernReadiness26-2 at @IN_HQSNC. 

Conducted under the aegis of the #IndianNavy, the multinational programme with #CTF154 reinforced interoperability, strengthened maritime partnerships and advanced professional excellence at sea. ⚓

#PreferredTrainingPartner
#CTF154 #CMF
#ReadyTogether

@CMF_Bahrain
@HQ_IDS_India

Details
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https://t.co/5sU08bvhA4

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#OpSouthernReadiness26-2 ⚓🌍
Steering collective Maritime Readiness🇮🇳🤝🌍

Indian Navy's Kochi based Southern Naval Command, welcomes #CMF partner nations for professional #MaritimeSecurity training from 20–23 Jul 26.

#IndianNavy is hosting the maiden multinational engagement under #CTF154, advancing India–CMF partnership, enhancing interoperability, building capacity and strengthening collective maritime readiness.

#PreferredSecurityPartner
#PreferredTrainingPartner
#CTF154Training
#IndianNavyAtHelm #ReadyTogether

@CMF_Bahrain @IN_HQSNC
@US5thFleet @CENTCOM

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#Lokayan26

🇮🇳⚓🇺🇸 INS Sudarshini Charms Boston!

The crew and trainees of #INSSudarshini marched through the historic streets of #Boston during the Crew & Cadet City Parade at @SailBoston2026, proudly showcasing India's rich seafaring heritage and maritime traditions.

The spirited participation reaffirmed the enduring 🇮🇳🤝🇺🇸 maritime partnership and the timeless bonds forged across the seas.

#VasudhaivaKutumbakam
#SagarYatra2026 #TallShipIndia #SailsOfIndia

@IndiainBoston @USAndIndia @USNavy

[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

#KnowledgeBegetsPrecision
#ज्ञानेनपरिशुद्ध्यते 🌍🗺️🌊
🇮🇳🤝🇲🇲🇱🇰🇹🇬
32 trainees of PO ’Q’ (HY) Course including Four INTL trainees successfully graduated from @IN_NIH_Goa reflecting culmination of an intensive professional training phase, signifying their readiness to take on critical operational survey duties onboard.

#OIC presented awards and certificates to outstanding trainees for academic excellence. @IN_NIH_GOA wishes the very best to all fresh graduates for their future professional endeavours. ⚓🇮🇳

#StrengtheningBilateralTies!
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@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia
@IN_HQSNC
@srilanka_navy
#Myanmarnavy
@DefenseTg

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

⚓ Honouring Operational Excellence – SNC Afloat Awards 2026

#SouthernNavalCommand hosted the Annual Afloat Awards Function 2026 at #Kochi to recognise the operational excellence and combat efficiency of ships.

VAdm Sameer Saxena, #FOCINC #SNC, presented Trophies to ships for excellence across various operational domains.
🏆 Best Ship – INS Sharda
✨ Most Spirited Ship – INS Shardul
@indiannavy
@SpokespersonMoD

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

VAdm Sameer Saxena, #FOCINC #SNC, called on Shri V D Satheesan, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Kerala, at Thiruvananthapuram today.
During the interaction, C-in-C apprised him of current maritime matters of shared concern, including coastal security, maritime safety, and high level of synergy achieved across various facets of civil–military liaison.
@vdsatheesan @iprdkerala @DefencePROkochi
@indiannavy

[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

#KnowledgeBegetsPrecision #ज्ञानेनपरिशुद्ध्यते 🌍🗺️🌊
#Excellence Recognised.
#Commitment Renewed.
A Proud moment for @Indiannavy #INHD @IN_NHO_DEHRADUN and @IN_NIH_GOA
Over four #Decades of training expertise in the niche field towards enabling competent #Hydrographers. 🇮🇳🌏🗺️
The Recertification and Recognition of the IHO/FIG/ICA/IBSC for #LongHydrography and #BasicHydrography courses conducted @IN_NIH_GOA as Category ‘A’ & Category ‘B’ Hydrography Programmes for six years against the stringent Academic Standards of Competence for Hydrographic Surveryors is a testament to the unwavering commitment to excellence in hydrographic training, adoption to advancements in technology, and professional competence. Together, we continue to shape the future of hydrography and strengthen maritime cooperation reinforcing India's prowess in the field of hydrographic cooperation and capacity building as a preferred training partner.
@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia
@IN_HQSNC
#IOR #MAHASAGAR

[National Hydrographic Office @IN_NHO_DEHRADUN]

The renewal of #IHO/FIG/ICA/IBSC recognition for @IN_NIH_GOA ‘s Category A & B Hydrographic courses for a further six years is a significant endorsement of the #IndianNavy's unwavering commitment to excellence in hydrographic education and training. This recognition reinforces India's standing as a leading provider of hydrographic expertise, strengthens maritime cooperation across the #IOR and contributes to the #SAGAR vision. #NHODehradun @indiannavy

[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

#KnowledgeBegetsPrecision
#ज्ञानेनपरिशुद्ध्यते 🌍🗺️🌊
🇮🇳🤝🇲🇿
@IN_NIH_GOA celebrated the 51st National Day of Mozambique, with Staff and all INTL trainees, honouring the remarkable journey, rich heritage and the growing bonds of partnership between our two great nations. #OIC interacted with all INTL trainees, highlighting the spirit of unity and shared aspirations of #Hydrographers driving the nations forward. Occasions like these remind us how hydrographic training goes beyond professional skillsets — it strengthens partnerships at sea that builds maritime cooperation and diplomatic bonds across oceans.
Wishing a future of shared success, prosperity, and strong bilateral ties! Viva Moçambique!🇲🇿🌍
#StrengtheningBilateralTies
#PreferredTrainingPartner
@indiannavy @Australian_Navy @BangladeshNavyX @Ghana_Navy @_TNIAL_
@tldm_rasmi @NigerianNavy @srilanka_navy

[National Hydrographic Office @IN_NHO_DEHRADUN]

As part of the #WorldHydrographyDay celebrations, the second edition of the ‘Hydronaut’ was released by the Chief Hydrographer.

Featuring articles and field experiences from serving and veteran Hydrographers of #INHD. The professional magazine brings together a wealth of knowledge and reflects the enduring legacy and spirit of excellence and innovation in hydrography.
@indiannavy
#Hydrography #IndianNavy

[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

#InternationalDayofYoga2026! 🧘‍♂️✨
@IN_NIH_GOA celebrated wellness, unity, and mindfulness. #NIH came together to mark the 12th International Day of Yoga, wherein staff and family members along with trainees commemorated the event. The perfect asanas and deep meditation created an environment  buzzing with positive energy, mental resilience, balance and vibrant health towards embracing this year’s theme, #YogaForHealthyAgeing, for lifelong vitality and strength!
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#Yoga365 #YogaForAll
@moayush
@IN_HQSNC
@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia

[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

Inspiring young minds and to enable them in better understanding the oceans 🌊🕵🏻🗺️!

On the occasion of #WorldHydrographyDay, @IN_NIH_Goa hosted the senior students from #KVGoa & #NCSGoa, who gained valuable insights on the significant role and contribution of #Hydrography in understanding and harnessing the oceans towards nation development. This year's theme "Transforming how ocean data is shared" focuses on advanced marine geospatial data and how it facilitates protecting our oceans and enables safe navigation 🌏⚓️
@IHOhydro
#PreferredTrainingPartner
#WHD2026
@IN_HQSNC @IN_NHO_DEHRADUN
@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

21 𝗝𝘂𝗻 2026

Witness the might of an #AatmanirbharBharat with the tri-commissioning of multi-role, combat ready platforms – 𝘿𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙧𝙞, 𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙙𝙝𝙖𝙠 and 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙮.

This commissioning, to be Presided over by the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi, marks the induction of three indigenous warships into the Indian Navy symbolising power, dominance and self-reliance in the Maritime Domain

#IndianNavy #CombatReady
#MaritimeSecurity
#MakeinIndia
#INSDunagiri #INSSanshodhak #INSAgray

@PMOIndia

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[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

0️⃣8️⃣ days to go for the #InternationalDayofYoga2026! 🧘‍♂️✨
In the run up of #IDY2026 activities; @IN_NIH_GOA commenced the day with a mindful session of Yoga and meditation for all Staff and Trainees to refresh and rejuvenate. Let's embrace this year’s theme, #YogaForHealthyAgeing, for lifelong vitality and strength!
#PreferredTrainingPartner
#Yoga365 #YogaForAll
@moayush
@IN_HQSNC
@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia

[IN_NIH @IN_NIH_GOA]

A Passing Out Division and valedictory function marked the successful completion of the AVR (HY) - 83:647 Course symbolising the culmination of a 12 weeks ab-intio professional training to become a #Hydrographer.

#OiC NIH reviewed the parade and awarded trophies, and certificates to the 54 trainees including Four trainees from FFCs. @IN_NIH_GOA wishes the very best to all passing-out Agniveers in their future endeavours. ⚓🇮🇳
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@IN_HQSNC
@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

#OneOceanOneMission ⚓🌊

🗓️ 20 May 2026
📍Naval Base, Kochi

🔥Tune in at 🕔 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ IST for Flag in Ceremony of #IOS_Sagar26 by
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, AVSM, NM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command

🔗 Witness the proud moment live on YouTube & Facebook, as IOS Sagar returns to #Kochi after a landmark deployment in #IOR.

https://t.co/MPKyO0I01f

https://t.co/a6TpUvfmdY

@indiannavy
@IndiannavyMedia

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

🇮🇳 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧’𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞. 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝

In moments that test a nation’s will, the Indian Defence Forces stand united - resolute in purpose, precise in action and unwavering in commitment.

#OperationSindoor reflects India’s determination to defend its sovereignty with courage, coordination and strength.

#OpSindoor #NationFirst #IndianNavy

@HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

🇮🇳🤝🇳🇱 Forging Stronger Maritime Bonds ⚓

Amidst the vibrant engagement at #SNC, Kochi, personnel of #IndianNavy and the Royal Netherlands Navy came together for a spirited friendly ⚽ match — celebrating camaraderie, teamwork and shared goodwill at sea.

Professional interactions onboard HNLMS De Ruyter deepened mutual understanding, inter operability, training and maritime cooperation.

Strengthening partnerships — from playfields to professional exchanges. 🌊

#BridgesOfFriendship
@indiannavy
@SpokespersonMoD
@NLinIndia @kon_marine @IndinNederlands
@marisagerards

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

🇮🇳🤝🇳🇱 Sailing in Sync ⚓

#IndianNavy’s #INSSharda conducted a #PASSEX with Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS De Ruyter off #Kochi on #07May 26. Tactical manoeuvres, communication drills, flying operations and a traditional steam past highlighted seamless interoperability and strong maritime partnership at sea.

#BridgesOfFriendship #MaritimeSecurity #IndoPacific @indiannavy @SpokespersonMoD @NLinIndia @kon_marine @IndinNederlands @marisagerards @CDS_Defensie