INS Delhi visits Chennai for 'Indian Navy day' celebration 2024

CHENNAI: More than 500 students and NCC cadets, on Monday, visited the Indian Navy's warship, INS Delhi, that arrived at the Chennai harbour on November 23 as part of the Navy Day Celebrations 2024.

As part of the celebrations, Headquarters, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area organized a ship visit on November 24, 2024, for veterans, serving officers, sailors and Defence Civilians including their families. This unique opportunity allowed visitors to experience the might of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet.

During the visit, guests were given a guided tour of the ship, providing a glimpse into the daily lives of naval personnel. On Monday Headquarters, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area organised a visit for 500 school children and NCC cadets onboard the INS Delhi. The event will also include the felicitation of JC Simon Chera, a centenarian and ex-INS Delhi sailor.