Navika Sagar Parikrama - Circumnavigating The Globe on INSV Tarini by Women Naval Officers
17th August, 2017Category:
Navika Sagar Parikrama is a project wherein a team of women officers of the Indian Navy would circumnavigate the globe on an Indian-built sail boat INSV Tarini. This is the first ever Indian circumnavigation of the globe by an all-women crew. The project is scheduled to commence in early Sep 17. INSV Tarini is the sister vessel of INSV Mhadei. The project is considered essential towards promoting Ocean Sailing activities in the Navy while depicting Government of India's thrust for Nari Shakti. INSV Tarini, a 55 foot sailing vessel has been built by M/s Aquarius Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Goa. Tarini was inducted into the Indian Navy on 18 Feb 17.
Navika Sagar Parikrama would be covered in five legs with stop-overs at four ports (same ports as Capt Dilip Donde) for replenishment of ration and repairs as necessary. The expedition would inspire the youth of our nation to develop an understanding of the sea and instill a spirit of adventure and camaraderie. Additional aims of the Expedition are related to Nari Shakti, Environment and Climate Change, Make in India, Meteorological Observation, Marine Pollution, Interaction with Local PIOs
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