transoceanic voyage

Lt Commander Roopa A and Lt Commander Dilna K of the Indian Navy are preparing for a global voyage on INSV Tarini after three years of intensive training. Their 'Sagar Parikrama' expedition aims to showcase India's maritime heritage and promote gender equality within the Navy, following extensive preparation under experienced mentors.

Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K of the Indian Navy are preparing for Navika Sagar Parikrama II, a global circumnavigation on INSV Tarini. This expedition highlights the Navy's efforts in maritime heritage preservation and gender equality. The officers have been training rigorously for three years, gaining experience through various trans-oceanic expeditions.

Defence minister Manohar Parrikar gave an in-principle nod for the construction of another indigenously-built sailing vessel along the lines of Indian naval sailing vessel Mhadei, so that India can showcase not only its shipbuilding skill, but, also the courage and acumen of its naval forces

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will start their global circumnavigation next week aboard INSV Tarini. The eight-month voyage spans over 21,600 nautical miles, crossing the equator twice and navigating three significant capes. This mission emphasizes their extraordinary bravery and dedication to India's maritime legacy.

Lieutenant Commanders Roopa A and Dilna K are set to embark on a global circumnavigation aboard the INSV Tarini after three years of intense training. The expedition, 'Navika Sagar Parikrama-II', will challenge their sailing skills and endurance. They have already completed multiple trans-oceanic voyages as part of their preparation.

More than a year after he flew to France to participate in the Golden Globe Race 2022, Abhilash Tomy returned - triumphant and relieved - back to Goa and to his family. The retired naval commander may have just completed a treacherous race around the world, but is already preparing for his next escapade - if his wife lets him, that is.