Explosive Ordnance Disposal Exercise 2026

 

India-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Exercise 2026: Kochi, EOD & Maritime Security – UPSC

UPSC Reference: Defence | India-US Relations | Maritime Security

Why in News?

The 8th India-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 was conducted at Southern Naval Command, Kochi, from 10–14 August 2026.

Key Facts

  • Participants:

    • Indian Navy

    • US Navy

  • Focus:

    • Explosive Ordnance Disposal

    • Specialist diving

    • Underwater salvage

    • Mine neutralisation

    • IED threats

    • Unmanned underwater systems

  • Activities:

    • Subject Matter Expert Exchanges

    • Cross-training

    • Equipment demonstrations

    • Scenario-based exercises

  • India-US joint Salvage and EOD exercises date back to 2005.

Key Pointer

EOD Exercise → India + US Navy → Kochi → Diving + EOD → Interoperability