ICG ship Sarthak makes first port call at Iran's Chabahar

Indian Coast Guard's ship Sarthak has entered the strategic port of Chabahar in Iran as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to Gulf countries, officials said Wednesday.

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During the port call, Sarthak, an offshore patrol vessel, will engage in a range of activities to strengthen institutional linkages and enhance mutual understanding in maritime safety and security, they said. The ship entering the Chabahar port marks the "first-ever visit of an ICG ship" to the port, underscoring India's growing maritime engagement in the region, the officials said.

The ICG said Sarthak arrived at Chabahar Tuesday and it will remain in the port till December 19.