What is Pacific Reach 2025?
The Indian Navy’s submarine rescue vessel INS Nistar has taken part in Pacific Reach 2025, a multinational submarine rescue exercise hosted in the Pacific region. This biennial event brings together navies from Asia-Pacific and beyond to strengthen skills in submarine rescue, disaster response, and maritime cooperation. For India, it is an opportunity to showcase advanced rescue capabilities while learning from global best practices.
INS Nistar’s Role in the Exercise
The INS Nistar played a central role during the exercise, demonstrating its cutting-edge submarine rescue system and deep-sea diving technology. The ship, commissioned to provide rapid response in emergencies, practiced complex drills to rescue submariners trapped at great depths. Its participation highlights India’s ability to extend humanitarian assistance across the Indo-Pacific.
Harbour Phase: Rescue Training
The harbour phase of Pacific Reach 2025 involved intensive planning and equipment checks. INS Nistar crews worked with counterparts from partner nations to share technical knowledge, coordinate medical response procedures, and test communication systems. This phase focused on teamwork and interoperability, ensuring that different navies can operate together seamlessly in real emergencies.
Sea Phase: Live Drills Conducted
During the sea phase, INS Nistar showcased live submarine rescue operations. Using a Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV), Indian naval divers simulated a real-life rescue of personnel from a disabled submarine. These drills validated India’s rapid deployment and undersea navigation skills, proving that the Navy is ready for high-pressure rescue missions in any oceanic region.
Collaboration with Other Navies
Navies from countries such as Japan, South Korea, Australia, and the United States participated in Pacific Reach 2025, making it a true international collaboration. By working alongside these advanced maritime forces, INS Nistar strengthened India’s strategic partnerships and gained exposure to the latest technologies and operational techniques in undersea rescue.
Impact on India’s Naval Strength
The successful participation of INS Nistar in Pacific Reach 2025 boosts India’s reputation as a responsible maritime power. It demonstrates the Indian Navy’s readiness to assist not only its own fleet but also friendly nations in times of submarine distress. This aligns with India’s vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR) and supports the country’s role as a net security provider in the Indo-Pacific.
The exercise also reinforces India’s commitment to safeguarding its sailors and improving humanitarian assistance in maritime disasters. With INS Nistar proving its capability in real-time drills, India moves closer to achieving world-class submarine rescue standards.
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Source: Gk Today
