The Ministry of Defence announced on 14 October 2026 that the Indian Navy has completed its first tenure leading the Combined Task Force 154 (CTF 154), a multinational maritime training body. From 11 February 2026 to 14 October 2026, the Indian Navy led initiatives to improve professional skills and security cooperation among partner nations. The tenure included 20 training engagements and two major exercises, generating over 7,800 training hours for personnel from 39 countries. The command concluded with a ceremony in Manama, Bahrain.
Key points
- Command period: 11 February 2026 to 14 October 2026
- Generated over 7,800 training hours for personnel from 39 countries
- Conducted 20 Staff Enhancement Training engagements and 2 major multinational exercises
- Hosted Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 in Kochi (July 2026) with 276 personnel from 27 countries
- Conducted the inaugural Subject Matter Expert Exchange on Piracy and Armed Robbery (SPAR 2026)
When it applies
- ceremony for relinquishment of Command of CTF 154
- Indian Navy assumed Command of CTF 154
- Operation Compass Rose 26-1
- Operation Southern Readiness 26-2
- SPAR 2026 exchange
Who it affects
- Indian Navy