The Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate, INS Tabar, commanded by Captain MR Harish, recently concluded a successful visit to Toulon, France, from August 29 to September 1, 2024.

• INS Tabar participated in the 22nd edition of the Indo-French Bilateral Exercise VARUNA, held in the Mediterranean Sea from September 2 to 4, 2024.
• The Indian Navy's contingent included the ship-borne helicopter and the LRMR Aircraft P8I.
• The exercise was represented by FS Provence, the submarine Suffren, the aircraft F20 Atlantique2, fighters MB339, and helicopters NH90 and Dauphin.
• The 22nd edition of VARUNA featured a series of advanced naval operations, including enhanced tactical manoeuvres, anti-submarine warfare exercises, flyer, air defence drills, live weapon firings, photo-ex, and steam pasts.
• VARUNA began in 2001, remains the cornerstone of the Indo-French naval relationship.