9 submarines, 65 ships taking part in TROPEX exercise

Sub: Sci

Sec: Defence

Overview of the Exercise:

The Indian Navy’s Theatre Level Operational Exercise (TROPEX) is currently underway in the Indian Ocean Region, from January to March.
TROPEX-25 focuses on validating the Navy’s warfighting capabilities and ensuring an integrated response to national maritime security threats, including conventional, asymmetric, and hybrid challenges.
This is conducted biennially with participation by all operational units of the Navy along with substantial participation of Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard assets.
The exercise includes various phases, both in harbour and at sea, covering combat operations, cyber and electronic warfare, live weapon firings, and amphibious exercises.