Ships from the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron, including INS Tir and INS Shardul, are undertaking a Long Range Training Deployment to Southeast Asia. The deployment, part of the 110th Integrated Officers' Training Course, includes port calls in Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. This initiative aims to provide officer trainees with practical exposure to operational procedures and international maritime practices, reinforcing India's engagement with Southeast Asian nations under its Act East Policy and vision for an inclusive Indian Ocean Region.