U.S. and Indian naval officers socialize after honoring the Indian Navy ships, which U.S Rear Adm. William D. Sullivan of HQ, U.S. Pacific Command, said "demonstrated the highest standards of seamanship and combat readiness, while providing safety and security to high value U.S. ships supporting Operation ENDURING FREEDOM."

After a successful three-month operation, INS Sharada focused on other missions. In July 2003, another Indian Navy large patrol craft, the INS Sukanya (P 50), took over the mission of helping the United States protect its vessels from possible terrorist attacks.

After spending half the year underway as a partner in the Global War on Terrorism, the Indian naval crews received special recognition from the U.S. Navy in a ceremony on the INS Sukanya. Rear Adm. Sullivan summarized their contributions, saying, "Extremely responsive to short-notice escorts, Indian ships readily accomplished all missions in an exceptionally professional manner."

Rear Adm. Sullivan concluded, "Indian naval ships have demonstrated the highest standards of seamanship and combat readiness while providing safety and security to high value U.S. ships supporting Operation ENDURING FREEDOM."