Indian Naval Ship Shardul has arrived at Port Louis on a three day visit. INS Shardul, an amphibious ship of the Indian Navy, is currently on a month long deployment in the Southern Indian Ocean in keeping with the vision of SAGAR – Security and Growth for All in the Region. <br/><br/>AIR correspondent reports, this is a demonstration of India's commitment to its ties with Mauritius and to promote maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. <br/><br/>Accordingly, the Indian Navy will be progressing maritime security cooperation with Mauritius National Coast Guard, NCG towards ensuring a secure and stable regional maritime environment for unhindered economic development in the region.<br/><br/>Since 2009, the Indian Navy has been deploying ships to Mauritius bi-annually to assist in patrolling.