The Indian and U.S. navies begin a bilateral explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) exercise in Kochi, continuing long-running cooperative training. Multiple outlets report the drill runs for five days and includes specialised training focused on maritime EOD and related diving activities.
The exercise is intended to improve the participating teams’ ability to respond to complex maritime threats involving unexploded ordnance. Coverage describes the programme as including shared methods, expert discussions, and practical hands-on exercises designed to strengthen operational interoperability between units. One report also notes the exercise is the eighth edition of this joint training activity, emphasizing its recurring nature and shared focus on maritime security operations.
While all accounts agree on the location, training scope, and duration, they vary slightly in emphasis: one outlet highlights the start of a “specialised diving, EOD” format, while another focuses more broadly on enhancing EOD response capability in the maritime domain. The Hindu adds that the exercise takes place in Kochi beginning August 10.
