INSV Kaundinya Receives Grand Water Salute in Oman After Historic Voyage

INSV Kaundinya Receives Grand Water Salute in Oman After Historic Voyage

Published : Jan 16, 2026, 02:04 PM IST

INSV Kaundinya received a grand traditional water salute on arrival at Oman’s Sultan Qaboos Port after completing a historic 18-day voyage from Porbandar. The mission revived India’s ancient seafaring legacy, with the ship built using 5th-century Ajanta Caves–inspired design and traditional techniques.