INS Nireekshak arrives in Colombo for India–Sri Lanka diving exercise

INS Nireekshak, the Indian Navy’s Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel, arrived in Colombo on Tuesday (April 21, 2026) to participate in the fourth edition of the India–Sri Lanka Diving Exercise (DIVEX 2026), scheduled from April 21 to 27.

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 and training. The engagement aims to enhance interoperability, operational cohesion, and the exchange of best practices between the two maritime forces.