What was the name of the bilateral naval exercise held between India and Russia in the Bay of Bengal and Chennai from 28 March to 2 April 2025?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) INDRA
Explanation:
· The bilateral naval exercise held between India and Russia from 28 March to 2 April 2025 in the Bay of Bengal and off Chennai was called INDRA-2025.
· The exercise was conducted in two phases: Harbour Phase at Chennai (28–30 March) and Sea Phase in the Bay of Bengal (31 March–2 April).
Information Booster:
· INDRA is a longstanding India–Russia joint naval exercise, first initiated in 2003.
· The exercises typically include drills in anti-submarine warfare, air defence, maritime strike, and search-and-rescue operations, enhancing the interoperability and maritime cooperation between the two navies.
Additional Knowledge :
· VARUNA: A bilateral naval exercise between India and France, not Russia.
· SHAKTI: A joint exercise between India and France (Army or tri-service),