INS Nireekshak arrives in Colombo for DIVEX 2026

23 APRIL 2026

INS Nireekshak, the Indian Navy’s Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel, arrived in Colombo to participate in the 4th edition of the India-Sri Lanka Diving Exercise (DIVEX 2026).
According to the Indian Navy, the bilateral exercise will be conducted over a week and brings together diving teams from both navies to undertake specialised underwater operations.
The engagement aims at enhancing interoperability, operational cohesion, and the exchange of best practices between the two maritime forces.