Indian Navy’s participation includes INS Shivalik and INS Kadmatt and P8I patrol aircraft.
According to reports MALABAR-21 would witness complex exercises including anti-surface, anti-air and anti-submarine warfare drill, and other manoeuvres, tactical exercises.
It's a testimony to synergy between participating navies and shared vision for a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region according to the sources of Indian Navy.