Which of the following Indian Naval Ships is participating in the 3rd edition of India, Singapore, and Thailand Trilateral Maritime Exercise SITMEX – 21, in November 2021 in Andaman Sea?

Which of the following Indian Naval Ships is participating in the 3rd edition of India, Singapore, and Thailand Trilateral Maritime Exercise SITMEX – 21, in November 2021 in Andaman Sea? Correct Answer INS Karmuk

The correct answer is INS Karmuk.

Key Points

  • INS Karmuk is participating in the 3rd edition of India, Singapore, and Thailand Trilateral Maritime Exercise SITMEX – 21, from 15-16 November 2021 in Andaman Sea.
  • It is being conducted annually since 2019 with an aim to enhance mutual inter-operability.
  • The first SITMEX was hosted by the Indian Navy off Port Blair in September 2019.
  • The Republic of Singapore Navy hosted the 2nd edition in November 2020.

Important Points

  • ​Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) is being represented by RSS Tenacious, a Formidable Class Frigate and Royal Thai Navy (RTN) by His Majesty’s Thailand Ship (HTMS) Thayanchon, a Khamrosin Class Anti-submarine Patrol Craft.
  • The exercise is being conducted as a ‘non-contact, at sea only’ exercise in view of COVID-19 restrictions and highlights growing synergy, coordination and cooperation in the maritime domain between the three friendly navies.
  • The two days of maritime drills will witness the three navies engaged in a various tactical exercises including naval manoeuvres and surface warfare drills.

Additional Information

  • INS Karmuk, a 1,350-tonne guided missile corvette, in active service with the Indian Navy.
  • It was launched in April 2001.

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