The Indian Navy’s INSV Tarini, which is undertaking a global circumnavigation expedition, Navika Sagar Parikrama 2, arrived at its first port of call in Australia’s Fremantle at around 2.30 pm on November 9.
The expedition, with two intrepid women officers, Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A onboard the ship, was flagged off by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on October 2 from Goa.
So far, the vessel has covered a distance of 4,900 nautical miles from Goa, crossing the Equator on October 16 and the Tropic of Capricorn on October 27.
The 39-day expedition, with two intrepid women officers, Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A onboard the ship, was flagged off on October 2 from Goa.
During this 38 day non-stop voyage, both the officers encountered a range of weather conditions from calm to severe, facing winds up to 40 knots and a sea state of 6. Throughout the journey, the crew remained in good health and high spirits, demonstrating resilience in the face of extreme conditions. The progress of the expedition has been closely followed by the Navy Chief, receiving daily updates.
INSV Tarini received a warm welcome at Fremantle by several dignitaries, including the Consul General of India at Perth, the Defence Advisor from Canberra, Secretary of the Indian Navy Sailing Association (INSA), representatives from the Royal Australian Navy, and Indian Naval veterans residing in Australia.
The celebration was further enriched by the performance of classical songs by the Tamil Association of Western Australia.
Navika Sagar Parikrama II is an ambitious circumnavigation voyage that includes stops at four major ports worldwide. The two women crew expedition continues the Navy’s legacy of INSV Tarini’s first circumnavigation, promoting gender equality, sustainability, and global maritime cooperation.
The expedition also underscores India’s commitment to fostering stronger relationships with international maritime communities and serves as an ambassador of India’s rich maritime heritage.
The Indian Navy’s INSV Tarini, which is undertaking a global circumnavigation expedition, Navika Sagar Parikrama 2, arrived at its first port of call in Australia’s Fremantle at around 2.30 pm on November 9.
The expedition, with two intrepid women officers, Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A onboard the ship, was flagged off by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on October 2 from Goa.
So far, the vessel has covered a distance of 4,900 nautical miles from Goa, crossing the Equator on October 16 and the Tropic of Capricorn on October 27.
The 39-day expedition, with two intrepid women officers, Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A onboard the ship, was flagged off on October 2 from Goa.
During this 38 day non-stop voyage, both the officers encountered a range of weather conditions from calm to severe, facing winds up to 40 knots and a sea state of 6. Throughout the journey, the crew remained in good health and high spirits, demonstrating resilience in the face of extreme conditions. The progress of the expedition has been closely followed by the Navy Chief, receiving daily updates.
INSV Tarini received a warm welcome at Fremantle by several dignitaries, including the Consul General of India at Perth, the Defence Advisor from Canberra, Secretary of the Indian Navy Sailing Association (INSA), representatives from the Royal Australian Navy, and Indian Naval veterans residing in Australia.
The celebration was further enriched by the performance of classical songs by the Tamil Association of Western Australia.
Navika Sagar Parikrama II is an ambitious circumnavigation voyage that includes stops at four major ports worldwide. The two women crew expedition continues the Navy’s legacy of INSV Tarini’s first circumnavigation, promoting gender equality, sustainability, and global maritime cooperation.
The expedition also underscores India’s commitment to fostering stronger relationships with international maritime communities and serves as an ambassador of India’s rich maritime heritage.