
Varuna 2025 Naval Exercise: India-France Maritime Cooperation, Key Drills & Significance
The 23rd edition of the Varuna 2025 bilateral naval exercise between India and France commenced on March 19, 2025, in the Arabian Sea. This annual exercise, which has been a key aspect of Indo-French defence relations, aims to enhance interoperability, strategic coordination, and operational efficiency between the two navies. With the participation of advanced warships,…