India summoned Pakistan's Charge d’Affaires to protest an unprofessional naval collision in the North Arabian Sea.
Key facts
- •The collision occurred on the evening of September 15, 2026, in the North Arabian Sea.
- •India summoned Pakistan's Charge d’Affaires on September 16 to lodge a formal protest.
- •The Indian government claims the Pakistani vessel violated Article 10 of a 1991 bilateral military agreement.
- •No major damage was reported following the collision between the two naval units.
- •India has directed its representative in Islamabad to file a similar protest with Pakistani authorities.
India summoned the Pakistani Charge d’Affaires in New Delhi on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, to lodge a formal protest following a collision between naval vessels from both countries. The incident occurred on the evening of September 15 in international waters in the North Arabian Sea. According to Indian officials, the collision involved a Pakistani naval ship maneuvering at high speed near an Indian warship conducting a routine surveillance mission.
Diplomatic Response and Alleged Violations
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) characterized the Pakistani vessel's conduct as "unacceptable" and "unprofessional." India stated that the maneuver violated Article 10 of the 1991 Agreement between India and Pakistan on Advance Notice on Military Exercises, Manoeuvres and Troops Movements. The Pakistani diplomat was advised to ensure that military units exercise due care and adhere to bilateral agreements to prevent future incidents. In addition to the summons in New Delhi, the Indian government has instructed its own Charge d’Affaires in Islamabad to lodge a corresponding protest with Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Incident Details and Historical Context
While the collision occurred in international waters, the MEA reported that no major damage was sustained by either vessel. This event follows a history of maritime tensions between the two nations, including a 2011 incident involving the PNS Babur and the INS Godavari, which resulted in damage to a helicopter net.
Timeline
- 1991India and Pakistan signed an agreement on advance notice for military exercises and maneuvers.
- September 15, 2026A Pakistani naval ship collided with an Indian warship in the North Arabian Sea.
- September 16, 2026India summoned the Pakistani Charge d’Affaires to lodge a formal protest.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by The Hindu National, Times of India, Economic Times.
