Indian Navy Joins World’s Largest Naval Exercise RIMPAC

July 1, 2024

As a participant in the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC) 2024, the Indian Navy has made a strong statement in the world of military exercises. This exercise is the world’s biggest international maritime warfare exercise, and it takes place in Hawaii with a huge group of troops from around the world.

Recent Context

In 2024, the exercise had over 150 planes, 40 surface ships, 3 submarines, people from over 29 countries, and a total of over 25,000 people. The Hawaiian Islands are the focus of this huge show of military power and cooperation, which runs until August 01. The Indian Navy sent the INS Shivalik, a cutting-edge multi-role stealth frigate, to this important military gathering.

INS Shivalik’s Deployment

The INS Shivalik, a guided missile stealth frigate that was planned and built in India, shows how technically advanced and flexible the Indian Navy is. The frigate was sent to Pearl Harbor to take part in different parts of RIMPAC 2024. It had been sent to key areas like the South China Sea and the North Pacific Ocean before. That the ship traveled 9000 Nautical Miles to take part in the drill shows how far the Indian Navy can go.

Phases of RIMPAC 2024

RIMP began with a phase in the harbor that lasted from June 27 to July 7. This was followed by a carefully planned phase at sea. The last phase is split into three smaller phases. During these phases, the naval forces that are taking part will carry out some complicated maritime activities. An aircraft carrier battle group, submarines, maritime reconnaissance planes, and remotely piloted surface ships will all be moving around, and amphibious force landing operations will also be shown.

Objective and Significance

Commander of the US 3rd Fleet and the RIMPAC 2024 Combined Task Force, Vice Admiral John Wade, talked about the exercise’s two goals: to strengthen ties between countries and make it easier for allied forces to work together. The main objective is to improve everyone’s skills in maritime operations, which will help keep the Indo-Pacific area peaceful and stable. In a nutshell, this is what this year’s RIMPAC theme, “Partners: Integrated and Prepared,” means.

About Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC)

Largest Maritime Warfare Exercise: The Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC) is the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise, initiated in 1971 and led by the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet. It is held biennially in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California.
Extensive International Participation: RIMPAC began with five nations and has grown to include participants from 26 countries, including non-NATO members like China and India. This expansion improves international maritime relations and stability across the Pacific Rim.
Diverse Activities and Innovation: The exercise encompasses various activities such as gunnery, missile, anti-submarine, and air defense exercises, along with humanitarian and counter-piracy operations. Additionally, RIMPAC is unique for its live innovation fair, where new technologies are tested and demonstrated.

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