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The 27th edition of Exercise , concluded on the East Coast of Australia off Sydney on 21 Aug 2023. The exercise saw par...
22/08/2023

The 27th edition of Exercise , concluded on the East Coast of Australia off Sydney on 21 Aug 2023. The exercise saw participation of Ships, Submarines and aircraft from the , , Japan Maritime Self Defence Force and the . Exercise MALABAR 23 was conducted in two phases, which included a harbour phase from 11 to 15 August 2023 and a sea phase from 16 to 21 August 2023. The Indian Navy was represented by indigenously built Destroyer , Frigate and P8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft. Other participating units included RAN ships HMAS Choules and HMAS Brisbane, USS Raphael Peralta, JS Shiranui, along with submarines, fighter aircraft, maritime patrol aircraft and shipborne helicopters. While the ships sailed out for the sea phase from Sydney harbour, the Air assets operated from RAAF Amberley Brisbane, where the P-8I Dets involving IN, RAAF and US P-8 crew were stationed. The sea phase of Ex Malabar witnessed complex and high intensity exercises in air, surface and undersea domains, weapon firings and cross deck helicopter operations. The joint exercises at sea honed the war-fighting skills and enhanced interoperability between the four navies to undertake advanced maritime operations. The seamless integration of air assets also showcased the exceptional coordination and interoperability between the Indian, Australian and US maritime patrol aircraft units. The exercise not only reaffirmed the ability of the four navies to operate together as an integrated force but also highlighted their shared commitment to maritime security and regional stability through collaborative training and mutual understanding. At the culmination of five days of multifarious exercises, Exercise MALABAR vividly showcased the strong cooperation, shared values and the collective ability of the four participating nations to ensure a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific promoting peace and security for all.

A transformative workshop on 'Mental Health and Marital Harmony' was organised by at Sagarika, Naval Base, Kochi on 19...
22/08/2023

A transformative workshop on 'Mental Health and Marital Harmony' was organised by at Sagarika, Naval Base, Kochi on 19 Aug 2023. Capt Cyril Mathew, Officer-in-Charge, was the Chief Guest for the event. The workshop was aimed at providing a platform to address and enhance mental well being, emotional resistance and interpersonal relationships. Surg Cdr Uzma, Psychiatrist, brought out the importance of mental health in professional as well as day to day life. Dr Isha Sharma, a renowned psychologist shared her view on marital harmony. Risk factors of life style diseases and its prevention was explained by Surg Cdr Santosh Swain, Station Health Organisation (Kochi). The event witnessed wholehearted participation of more than 400 naval personnel and their families.

entered port of Durban, South Africa on 21 Aug 2023. The ship undertook passage exercise with SAN King Sekhukhune I of...
22/08/2023

entered port of Durban, South Africa on 21 Aug 2023. The ship undertook passage exercise with SAN King Sekhukhune I off Durban harbour. Post exchange of pleasantries at sea, the ship entered Durban harbour. On arrival, the ship was received by Cdr Kenneth Singh officiating FOC Durban Area and Assistant to Defence Attachè. The visit apart from commemorating 30 years of diplomatic partnership between India and South Africa is aimed at enhancing interoperability, jointness and mutual cooperation between both Navy and . During the visit, apart from social interaction with senior military and civil dignitaries, the two navies will share best practices and experiences, professional interactions, subject matter expert exchanges and cross deck visits.

The 2023 edition of Defence Correspondents Course , a three weeks course conducted by the Ministry of Defence for selec...
22/08/2023

The 2023 edition of Defence Correspondents Course , a three weeks course conducted by the Ministry of Defence for select journalists from National and Regional Media organisations, commenced at , Visakhapatnam on 21 Aug 2023. Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena ENC delivered the inaugural address and Shri A Bharat Bhushan Babu, Spokesperson (MoD) and Additional Director General (Media & Communication) gave an insight into Defence Journalism of the course at the Maritime Warfare Center. The aim of DCC is to build a pool of journalists at all levels that understand the Armed Forces and are cognizant of the domain when reporting on stories relating to the maritime environment. During the one week naval attachment, the participants will be addressed by subject matter experts from within the Navy and the Coast Guard. They will acquaint the journalists with various aspects of the Navy including naval operations, naval diplomacy, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief and the organisational structure of the Navy and Coast Guard. As part of the course, the participants visited the Indian Naval ship and submarine on 21 Aug 2023 and they were briefed on various facets of life onboard. The participants will also have a scheduled tour at Naval Dockyard, Naval Air Station and onboard Coast Guard ships at Visakhapatnam. A sea sortie onboard a front line warship of the is the highlight of the naval leg of the course, which will provide the journalists an insight into naval operations at sea.

Regular Security Exercises – All about learning and improving
22/08/2023

Regular Security Exercises – All about learning and improving

Synchronising all movement at Sea
21/08/2023

Synchronising all movement at Sea

20/08/2023

, Ezhimala witnessed a spectacular display of athleticism, strength, agility and grit during Inter Squadron Boxing Championship for 2023. The championship, held on 19 Aug 2023, featured intense competition among 66 cadets from all six Squadrons. Squadron emerged triumphant, earning the prestigious Inter Squadron Boxing Championship trophy. VAdm Puneet K Bahl, Commandant of INA, presided over the event and presented trophy to the victorious Squadron. The event underscored the Academy's commitment to nurturing all-rounded individuals through rigorous training and competitive spirit.

, an , is on an extended-range deployment. The deployment commenced in Jun 2023 and Vagir will reach , on 20 Aug ...
20/08/2023

, an , is on an extended-range deployment. The deployment commenced in Jun 2023 and Vagir will reach , on 20 Aug 2023. The submarine, which is Indian Navy’s fifth class submarine, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in Jan 2023 and is based in . During her stay in , INS Vagir will participate in various exercises with (RAN) units on the West Coast of Australia. Concurrently, on the East coast of Australia, Indian Naval ships and aircraft are involved in Exercise from 11-21 Aug 2023 and from 22-24 Aug 2023. During the ongoing deployment, basic, intermediate and advanced-level Anti-Submarine exercises are scheduled. In addition, RAN submarine and Indian Naval aircraft are scheduled to exercise with INS Vagir. This deployment will further augment the cooperation and synergy between IN and RAN. The ongoing deployment is a testament to the reach and sustenance of IN submarines. The extended range deployment is the maiden deployment by an IN submarine to Australia and showcases the capability and professional acumen of IN to undertake sustained operations at extended ranges from the base port for prolonged durations. Earlier during the deployment, INS Vagir had visited Colombo as part of on 21 Jun 2023.

The 13th AGM of Veteran Sailors' Forum (VSF) Charter was held at , on 18 Aug 2023. RAdm J Singh, , chaired the...
20/08/2023

The 13th AGM of Veteran Sailors' Forum (VSF) Charter was held at , on 18 Aug 2023. RAdm J Singh, , chaired the meeting as Patron. Capt T Ranjith Sundaran, Secretary VSF(K) presented the activities and milestones of VSF(K) which was followed by discussions on old and new agenda points. The event witnessed felicitation of five octogenarians, who had attained the age of 80 years, with the traditional "Ponnada". and also presented the latest intiatives and policies during the occasion. In addition, ECHS helpdesk and virtual helpdesks of Naval Pension Office was also set up at the venue to address the issues of veterans. The AGM culminated with lunch with all attendees. More than 300 veterans and their families attended the event.

of maiden course comprising 492 trainees including 77 women Agniveers was conducted at on 19 Aug 2023. The POP was...
20/08/2023

of maiden course comprising 492 trainees including 77 women Agniveers was conducted at on 19 Aug 2023. The POP was reviewed by Commodore R Rajesh, Director, NIAT. The Agniveers underwent 16 weeks of intensive training in subjects and practical training on various aircraft operated by the . The trainees were administrated the traditional "Aircraft Tradesman Oath" during the parade. Agniveers excelling in academics and extracurricular activities were awarded trophies and certificates. Pankaj Sharma AVR (AE) and Priyanka Gandhi AVR (AL) were adjudged as Best All Rounder- Man and Woman Agniveer respectively. On passing out, Agniveers will be joining Indian Naval Air Squadrons.

The first batch of Trainees of electrical branch passed out from on 18 Aug 2023 on completion of 16 weeks of profess...
20/08/2023

The first batch of Trainees of electrical branch passed out from on 18 Aug 2023 on completion of 16 weeks of professional training. The course comprised 415 Agniveers including 40 women Agniveers. The course underwent a comprehensive training in the field of electrical, electronics, weapons and sensors including hands on training. The curriculum was designed to nurture holistic growth, blending intellectual pursuits with practical skills required onboard. Regular engagement in physical and outdoor activities was also integrated to ensure all round development. RAdm Upal Kundu, (Training) reviewed and Valedictory function as Chief Guest. He congratulated the trainees for successfully completing the course and adviced them to keep abreast with the latest developments in marine technology. Adm Ramnath Trophy for 'Best All-round Agniveer (Men) was awarded to Manjeet, AVR (P) and 'Best All-round Agniveer (Women) was awarded to Madhumala Kumari, AVR(P). Cdr NS Bargoti Trophy for 'Best Sportsmen' and 'Best Sportswomen' was awarded to Priyanshu Kumar, AVR(P) and Simran Chhetri AVR (R) respectively.

Maiden batch of 261 comprising 20 women trainees successfully completed 16 weeks of rigorous training at on 19 Aug 2...
20/08/2023

Maiden batch of 261 comprising 20 women trainees successfully completed 16 weeks of rigorous training at on 19 Aug 2023. The batch included 10 trainees from and six trainees from friendly foreign countries. During this professional training, the trainees were taken through organised curriculum of academics, sports, parade and extra-curricular activities. They were provided with classroom and practical training on various engineering equipment, Fire fighting & damage control, small arms handling & firing. Awards were presented to meritorious Agniveers, which included Himanshu Banga, AVR (ME), for first in order of merit, Gursewak Singh, AVR (ME) for best all-rounder (men) & Asmita K Chavan, AVR (ME) for best all-rounder (women). The course completion ceremony also saw interaction of Agniveers with Smt Tejaswi Satpute, IPS, DCP HQ II, Mumbai Police who motivated them on their future endeavours.

The passing out ceremony of maiden batch of was held at School for Naval Airmen, on 18 Aug 2023. A total of 255 Agni...
20/08/2023

The passing out ceremony of maiden batch of was held at School for Naval Airmen, on 18 Aug 2023. A total of 255 Agniveers including 29 women trainees successfully completed the course. Cmde K Sri Vatsa, Commanding Officer, was Chief Guest for the event and felicitated the award winners. In addition to professional training, the trainees participated in various sports championship, cross country and co-curricular activities. The Agniveers would now join the frontline Air Squadrons of .

Cmde Sandeep Sabnis took over as Commodore Superintendent, (Kochi) from Cmde Yogesh Pandey at on 18 Aug 2023. His pro...
20/08/2023

Cmde Sandeep Sabnis took over as Commodore Superintendent, (Kochi) from Cmde Yogesh Pandey at on 18 Aug 2023. His professional career includes appointments as Air Engineer Officer , Staff Instructor at , Training Officer(Cadets) at and Station Air Engineer Officer, . He has also served as Engineering Officer of frontline warships, and . He has held various staff appointments at , and at MoD(N) as Principal Director . Before taking over as Commodore Superintendent, NAY(K), he held appointment of Director, . ​The outgoing Commodore Superintendent, NAY(K) will be taking over as Deputy Director General, at IHQ MoD(N) in .

's 900 Km Expedition Team, flagged from on 15 Aug 2023 interacted with students at schools enroute in , & . The...
20/08/2023

's 900 Km Expedition Team, flagged from on 15 Aug 2023 interacted with students at schools enroute in , & . The team is committed to continue instilling the sense of pride about among students.

Congratulations to U-14 Boys Team of Sunabeda for winning the Gold at KVS Regional held at and selection for K...
20/08/2023

Congratulations to U-14 Boys Team of Sunabeda for winning the Gold at KVS Regional held at and selection for KVS National Sports Meet.

As part of initiative , conducted Coastal Cleanup activities on 1 Aug 2023 at various parts in . More than 750 Ser...
20/08/2023

As part of initiative , conducted Coastal Cleanup activities on 1 Aug 2023 at various parts in . More than 750 Service and Defence Civilians from participated. The area covered for clean up included , , , , to beaches. ️The aim of the cleanup activities is to create awareness amongst the local communities on clean seas for safe seas. Other water bodies in the city including River Channel, and Harbour waters inside were too cleaned up. Approx 1100 Kg of non-biodegradable wastes were collected and disposed off safely.

37th Inter-Services Championship, held at , witnessed a thrilling final between & . emerged victorious with a ...
20/08/2023

37th Inter-Services Championship, held at , witnessed a thrilling final between & . emerged victorious with a score of 35-32. RAdm Sanjay Pradhan (P&A) gave away the prizes.

, celebrated 77th , at Naval Civilian Housing Colony Powai. RAdm DK Goswami, (Mbi), hoisted the National Flag on th...
20/08/2023

, celebrated 77th , at Naval Civilian Housing Colony Powai. RAdm DK Goswami, (Mbi), hoisted the National Flag on the occasion. A pledge was taken by all personnel to strive towards making self-reliant by 2047 and work towards removing traces of colonial mindset with a vow to take pride in our rich cultural heritage.

A 'Train the Trainer' capsule for the instructors of was conducted by at from 16 to 17 Aug 2023. During the capsul...
20/08/2023

A 'Train the Trainer' capsule for the instructors of was conducted by at from 16 to 17 Aug 2023. During the capsule various organisational, training and cultural aspects of incorporating safety culture in the training environment were discussed. 18 officers and 25 sailors from various training schools of participated in the capsule. The capsule re-emphasised the importance of achieving an optimum balance in mission effectiveness and safety, as well as imbibing safety culture as a building block in training. Thrust was also laid on honest and prompt reporting of all incidents. In addition, Subject Matter Experts from Headquarters Sea Training covered issues related to afloat training and common lacunae observed during workups which needed attention of trainers.

Shri Umesh NSK IAS, District Collector, visited Coastal Defence Headquarters at Naval Base, on 18 Aug 2023. He int...
20/08/2023

Shri Umesh NSK IAS, District Collector, visited Coastal Defence Headquarters at Naval Base, on 18 Aug 2023. He interacted with Cmde Rajesh Kumar Yadav, (Kerala) and discussed coastal security issues and challenges. He was taken on a walk around of CDHQ and provided insight on the role and responsibilities of in coastal security construct. He was also briefed on various aspects of inter agency coordination and surveillance mechanism to ensure seamless coastal security.

A passing out ceremony of maiden Basic ‘Q’ Met course was conducted on 18 Aug 2023 at School of Naval Oceanology & Met...
20/08/2023

A passing out ceremony of maiden Basic ‘Q’ Met course was conducted on 18 Aug 2023 at School of Naval Oceanology & Meteorology . A batch of 40 trainees, including 05 women agniveers successfully completed the course. The event marks the culmination of 16 weeks of training, encompassing comprehensive blend of theoretical and practical aspects of meteorology. Captain TS Ramanathan, Officer-in-Charge SNOM, presented awards to meritorious trainees. The event indicates augmentation of new generation of skilled Met watchkeepers in Indian Navy.

A health check-up is an investment in your future health
20/08/2023

A health check-up is an investment in your future health

Dribble, Pass and Score – Hockey!!!
19/08/2023

Dribble, Pass and Score – Hockey!!!

Second Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, Yard 76 was launched by Cmde G Ravi, Warship Production Superintendent on 18 Au...
18/08/2023

Second Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, Yard 76 was launched by Cmde G Ravi, Warship Production Superintendent on 18 Aug 2023 at Guttenadeevi, East Godavari, (launch site of M/s Secon Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd). With all major and auxiliary equipment/ systems sourced from indigenous manufacturers, this Barge is proud flag bearer of initiative of . Contract for construction of 08 x MCA Barge was concluded with M/s Secon Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, Visakhapatnam, a , in consonance with initiatives of . This Barge is being built with a service life of 30 years. The availability of MCA Barges will provide impetus to Operational commitments of IN by facilitating Transportation, Embarkation and Disembarkation of articles/ ammunition to IN Ships both alongside jetties and at outer harbours.

Adm R Hari Kumar , during his visit to , interacted with Naval Personnel & Defence Civilians of & allied Naval Units...
18/08/2023

Adm R Hari Kumar , during his visit to , interacted with Naval Personnel & Defence Civilians of & allied Naval Units. Appreciating their ops & administrative role, he exhorted the crew to proactively imbibe the mantra of 'Perform, Reform & Transform'.

18/08/2023

The maiden test drop of an indigenous Search and Rescue Kit developed by , Agra was successfully undertaken on 15 Aug 2023 by aircraft ex based at , marking a significant step towards . The Kit gives the capability to undertake lifesaving missions at extended ranges from the coast and strengthens India’s position as a Preferred Security Partner in . The SAR Kit has a capacity of 8 people, containing food for upto 15 days and can be deployed in upto sea state III. The drop was undertaken off Goa in presence of ADRDE scientists. A fitting tribute on the auspicious occasion of nation's 77th .

, the sixth Stealth Frigate of being built at , was launched on 17 Aug 2023 at shipyard by Hon'ble of India. As Vi...
18/08/2023

, the sixth Stealth Frigate of being built at , was launched on 17 Aug 2023 at shipyard by Hon'ble of India. As Vindhyagiri descended into the waters of river Hoogly, a wave of euphoria swept across the gathering. Dignitaries, Naval personnel, Shipbuilders, and spectators were united in their heartfelt applause, in admiration of the vessel and the team behind her creation. Shri CV Ananda Bose, Hon’ble of , Ms Mamata Banerjee CM of West Bengal, Shri Ajay Bhatt , Adm R Hari Kumar, , other senior officers from and , were amongst several dignitaries who attended the launch ceremony. Vindhyagiri's launch is yet another milestone in the illustrious journey of Shipyard, reflecting its commitment to deliver quality warships. Following the launch, ‘Vindhyagiri’ will join its two sister ships at the Outfitting Jetty at , to progress remaining activities and equipment trials, in the run up to their delivery and commissioning. Over 75% of the orders of Project 17A, have been placed on indigenous firms including MSMEs, keeping in line with the Government’s vision of . During the event, Hon'ble President of India conveyed her profound satisfaction and heartfelt appreciation for the remarkable achievements of and other Naval Teams, for fulfilling the nation's aspiration of self-reliance in warship building. She also lauded GRSE for its unwavering commitment and steadfast support to warship production. The shipyard effort, has significantly enabled Indian Navy to successfully execute its ship induction plan and emerge as a formidable force in . Emphasising the significance of newly christened 'Vindhyagiri,' she hoped that as Vindhyagiri touches the waters of the mighty Hooghly for the first time, it draws strength from the very mountains it is named after, sailing with unwavering determination, upholding the values we hold dear. May this warship serve as a powerful testament of our resolve and commitment to national security, and our vision of a prosperous and secure future.

Reminder of Defence against the Threat
18/08/2023

Reminder of Defence against the Threat

VAdm Rajesh Pendharkar , paid a courtesy call on Dr CV Ananda Bose, Hon’ble of . During the interaction, CINC brie...
17/08/2023

VAdm Rajesh Pendharkar , paid a courtesy call on Dr CV Ananda Bose, Hon’ble of . During the interaction, CINC briefed the Governor on major operational issues of the Command.

VAdm Rajesh Pendharkar , while on a visit to , paid a courtesy call on Lt Gen RP Kalita . During the interaction,...
17/08/2023

VAdm Rajesh Pendharkar , while on a visit to , paid a courtesy call on Lt Gen RP Kalita . During the interaction, major operational activities of both Commands, and important aspects pertaining to jointness and interoperability were discussed.

A tree plantation drive was organised at Odandurai Gram Panchayat by on 14 Aug 2023 to commemorate campaign. perso...
17/08/2023

A tree plantation drive was organised at Odandurai Gram Panchayat by on 14 Aug 2023 to commemorate campaign. personnel along with veterans, Panchayat members and district officials participated in the drive. More than 50 saplings were planted and its geo locations were shared with district forest department. A pledge taking ceremony on conservation and protection of environment was also undertaken.

77th was celebrated at Headquarters Sea Training with patriotic fervour and pride on 15 Aug 2023. On this occasion, ...
17/08/2023

77th was celebrated at Headquarters Sea Training with patriotic fervour and pride on 15 Aug 2023. On this occasion, unit personnel along with their families took part in pledge as part of campaign. The event saw participation of children singing the national anthem with gusto and enthusiasm befitting the occasion. Winners of painting and slogan writing competitions organised by the unit were also awarded. RAdm Susheel Menon conveyed his greetings to all personnel and their families. He highlighted the importance of preserving the freedom which has come through selfless sacrifice of our freedom fighters and countless service personnel.

Sea Cadet Corps of Unit functioning under Training School brought laurels by winning all the three categories of B...
17/08/2023

Sea Cadet Corps of Unit functioning under Training School brought laurels by winning all the three categories of Best Armed Platoon, Best Unarmed Platoon and Best Band Contingent on Parade held at Collectorate Parade Ground, Kochi on 15 Aug 2023. 24 platoons from State Police, Army , Navy NCC, SCC, Student Police Cadets, Scouts & Guides, Red Cross and various schools of Kochi participated in the parade. The awards were presented by Chief Guest, Shri K Radhakrishnan, Minister for Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Backward Classes of Kerala in presence of District Collector, Ernakulam and Commissioner of Police, Kochi.

College of Nursing, celebrated 77th as part of National Service Scheme programme under the campaign . Various activ...
17/08/2023

College of Nursing, celebrated 77th as part of National Service Scheme programme under the campaign . Various activities were conducted by Nursing Cadets, which included a presentation on contribution of freedom fighters and government initiative of Janbhagidari, patriotic song competition and a skit depicting existing social problems in . Prizes were awarded to the winners for various competitions by Surg RAdm Vivek Hande, Commanding Officer, INHS Asvini. Dignitaries, faculty and Nursing cadets took pledge for a developed and resurgent India.

, conducted various activities to commemorate 77th . Surg RAdm Vivek Hande, Commanding Officer, inspected ceremonial d...
17/08/2023

, conducted various activities to commemorate 77th . Surg RAdm Vivek Hande, Commanding Officer, inspected ceremonial divisions and felicitated personnel awarded commendations and honorary commission. The unit also conducted a Camp at Sarvajanik Shree Ganeshotsav Mandal, Mumbai Central that witnessed an enthusiastic response from volunteers who donated 68 units of Blood.

Italian Navy Ship ITS , was on a goodwill visit to from 10 - 14 Aug 2023. During her stay in harbour, cross deck visi...
17/08/2023

Italian Navy Ship ITS , was on a goodwill visit to from 10 - 14 Aug 2023. During her stay in harbour, cross deck visits by Italian and personnel was undertaken for sharing of best practices. On leaving harbour, ship undertook Maritime Partnership Exercise with . The inter-operability between two navies was on display during conduct of exercises like cross deck , helo control, replenishment approaches and high-speed manoeuvres.

Hovering above the horizon – HADR
17/08/2023

Hovering above the horizon – HADR

17/08/2023

Online applications are invited from unmarried men and unmarried women candidates (fulfilling the eligibility conditions laid down by ) for grant of Short Service Commission in ( ) under Special Naval Orientation Course commencing Jan 2024 onwards at Ezhimala, Kerala. The last date for submission of online application is 20 Aug 2023. For eligibility criteria and other details, visit www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and Employment News dated 05 Aug 2023.

Model of indigenously constructed gifted by Adm R Hari Kumar was handed over to the President of H.E. Dr Irfaan Al...
17/08/2023

Model of indigenously constructed gifted by Adm R Hari Kumar was handed over to the President of H.E. Dr Irfaan Ali by NSA of Guyana Capt Gerald Gouveia who recently visited & in .

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“The children of today will make the India of tomorrow. The way we bring them up will determine the future of the country.” -Jawaharlal Nehru. #NWWA wishes all the children of our community at Little Angels, the Navy Children Schools, Sankalp, Early Intervention Centre as well as the children of our Sahara families a very happy Children's Day. May each one of you shine bright and spread your light everywhere. #AnchoringLives

Empowered by #NWWA, imprinting entrepreneurial skills - one block at a time. Here is a narrative of how it inspired an all-women hand block printing unit, creating opportunities for those from economically weaker sections. #AnchoringLives #Tarsh

#IndianNavy ships #INSShivalik and #INSKamorta led by Rear Admiral Sanjay Bhalla #FOCEF participated in the International Fleet Review hosted by #JMSDF at Yokosuka, Japan. The ships saluted the Honourable Prime Minister of Japan Mr Fumio Kishida embarked onboard JS Izumo with Japanese martial music and Saare Jahan Se Achha playing in the background. Admiral R Hari Kumar, #CNS ,Indian Navy was embarked onboard JS Izumo on the occasion. #BridgesofFriendship #MaritimePartnership

An educational visit was organised for school children from 03 to 05 November 2022 at #INSDega. The event was attended by over 500 children and staff from nine schools of #Visakhapatnam and Bheemunipatnam. The aim of visit was to provide an overview of #NavalAviation, an arm of Indian Navy and it's crucial role in safeguarding National #MaritimeInterest. The students were briefed about various Naval aircraft based at INS Dega, their roles and capabilities. Students were accorded a guided tour to Air Traffic Services, display of Air Safety equipment and demonstration of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). #HarKaamDeshKeNaam

The family members of Late Dharmendra Singh LS RP II (a war hero of #1971IndoPakWar) comprising of Smt Savita Singh (wife), Seema Kumari (Daughter), Harish Kumar (Nephew), Kartik Yadav (Grandson) and Sunder Lal (Son-in-Law) paid homage on 01 November 2022 at #NationalWarMemorial. They placed petals at the 'Tablet' and laid a wreath at memorial. Late Dharmendra Singh, served onboard #INSKhukri during #1971war, displayed exceptional courage and made the supreme sacrifice for the nation. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #LestWeForget #IndianNavy

The Indian Naval Academy (INA) located in Ezhimala is Asia's largest Naval Academy and is tasked with grooming and mentoring young men and women into #futureNavalleaders and upright officers in service to Nation. Core Naval values of #Duty, #Honour and #Courage are imbibed into officer cadets. They are taught about importance of military ethos, being Combat Ready, Credible and Cohesive. #INA is also a significant contributor to #IndianNavy ’s vision of building #BridgesofFriendship’ with friendly foreign countries. The video highlights the gains accrued by the trainees from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Vietnam and Indian Navy after participating in challenging outdoor Camps which test limits of mental and physical fitness, build strong camaraderie and teamwork. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #FriendlyForeignNation

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NWWA celebrated the festival of lights with great fervour and exhilaration, by hosting Diwali Exhibitions across all regions which primarily showcased the entrepreneurial skills of the multi-faceted women of our community, who laid different stalls displaying their handcrafted work, home decors, handpicked outfits and accessories. And, also our super talented home cooks put up counters serving some crowd favourite delicacies which everyone relished. Stalls were set up by our in-house teams - Tarsh, Samudri, Udyogika and Sankalp. The exhibition saw a huge of rush of guests which included veterans and even dignitaries from outside the Naval community. The mela saw an incredible sale bringing smiles on both the shoppers and the sellers. This bonanza marked the onset of the festivity for the Naval community spreading joy and vibrancy across all regions. #AnchoringLives #Diwali

Witness thrilling demonstration and experience awe-inspiring operations, capabilities and technical skills of personnel from #IndianArmy, #IndianNavy, #IndianAirForce, #IndianCoastGuard alongwith scientists #DRDO from #sabarmatiriverfrontRiver Front, Ahmedabad, #Gujarat as part of #DefExpo2022. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #PathtoPride

#INSTarkash returned to #IndianOcean on completion of two months long deployment in #AtlanticOcean and made a port call at Port Mutsamudu, Anjouan Islands, #Comoros. The visit aims to strengthen India-Comoros maritime ties. The ship's crew participated in professional exchanges with #ComorosCoastGuard personnel, which included damage control and fire fighting exercises, weapon training, casualty evacuation and lectures on medical emergencies. Yoga and sport fixtures were also organised. The visit also provided an opportunity for discussions on countering common maritime threats and exploring avenues to enhance defence cooperation between the two countries. The port call coincided with the visit of Captain of corvette Moudjib Rahmane Adaine, Commander Comoros Coast Guard to India for DEFEXPO 2022. The Coast Guard Commander interacted with Admiral R Hari Kumar, #CNS , #IndianNavy on 18 October 2022. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #MaritimeCooperation #Interoperability

#DEFEXPO22 Glimpses of foreign delegates and Industry reps visiting #Indiannavy stall. #PathtoPride #indiannavy

#PathtoPride 19-22 Oct 22 Witness Live Op Demo at #SabarmatiRiverFront #DefExpo22 #indiannavy

#PathtoPride #Indiannavy looks forward to further its engagements and strengthen its defence constructs through bilateral meetings with maritime partners on the sidelines of #Defexpo22.

The thrill, drill and skill of military operations will be demonstrated at the Sabarmati River Front, Ahmedabad, #Gujarat from 18 to 22 October 2022. All are invited to be part of this mega Op Display #DefExpo2022. The five-day event at Sabarmati River Front, Ahmedabad, Gujarat will offer public, live demonstrations that showcase the equipment and professional skills of the #ArmedForces. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #indiannavy

Watch glimpses of rehearsal of live op demo at #sabarmatiriverfront

Daredevil #MARCOS of #IndianNavy will demonstrate Small Team Insertion and Extraction (STIE) operations during the live demonstration at Sabarmati River Front, Ahmedabad from 18 to 22 October 2022. STIE is used for speedy insertion and extraction of a small team of Marine Commandos in an enemy controlled area that is not suitable for helo landing and has risk of lethal incoming fire. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #DEFEXPO22 #PathToPride

Mr. Milind Soman, an international fitness and running icon, has been an ardent supporter of the #IndianOil #WNC Navy #HalfMarathon since its inception. Here is his message for running community. All enthusiasts are requested to hurry up as registration closes October 2022. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #KheloIndia #fitindia

#1TS ships comprising #INSTir, #INSSujata & #IndianCoastGuard ship Sarathi participated in #MPX with #UAENavy ship Al Taweelah . #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #Bridgesoffriendship #MaritimeCooperation #IndianNavy

#NWWA congratulates Antriksh Rastogi (ClassXII) & Antara Mazumder (ClassXI) of Navy Children School, Mumbai on reaching the Semi-Finals of The Indian Navy Quiz 2022 #ThINQ. They will witness the Passing Out Parade at Indian Naval Academy, Air Operations at INS Hansa & Semi-Finals onboard INS Vikramaditya. #AnchoringLives #BiggestQuizCompetetion

#PathtoPride 18-22 Oct 22 Avail the opportunity to attend spectacular performance of drummers and trumpeters #Indiannavy showcasing #Tattoo ceremony during #DEFEXPO22. An integral part of Naval tradition displayed at ceremonial occasions of national significance #IndianNavyBand

#PathtoPride #IndianNavy showcasing next generation Combat Management System in #DefExpo22. Design caters for optimal interoperability targeting manned-unmanned teaming operations. An Integrated Combat System evolving new age warfare. #Technologyforfuture #AatmanirbharBharat

#PathtoPride 🗓️18-22 Oct 22 📍Gujarat Look out for action blended with innovative ideas as #Indiannavy demonstrates #Batteryoperatedlifebuoy at #SabarmatiRiver 🌊 during live demonstration at #DEFEXPO22 #AatmaNirbharBharat

The 7th edition of #IBSAMAR, a joint multinational #maritime #exercise, among the #Indian, #Brazilian and #SouthAfrican navies was held at #PortGqeberha (also known as #PortElizabeth), South Africa from 10 to 12 October 2022. The Indian Navy was represented by the guided missile frigate, #INSTarkash, a #Chetak #helicopter and #MARCOS special forces. The objectives of the exercise included strengthening #maritime relations, promoting joint operational #military #training, combating maritime crimes, securing #SLOC and enhancing #interoperability to pursue common evolutions at sea. The opening ceremony of IBSAMAR VII was conducted on 11 October 2022. The exercise progressed over three days that included both #harbour and sea phases. As part of harbour phase on 10 and 11 October 2022, professional exchanges including DC & FF drills, #VBSS/ cross boarding lectures, joint #diving operations, interaction among #specialforces and #cross-deck visits were conducted. The sea phase was held on 12 October 2022 covering a broad spectrum of maritime operations. The debrief and closing ceremony was conducted onboard #INSTarkash off Port Gqeberha. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #BridgesofFriendship

In a bold and daring operation, #MARCOS of #IndianNavy and commandos from #IndianArmy will slither down from a helicopter directly into a boat on Sabarmati River Front, Ahmedabad, in a demonstration that will be conducted from 18 to 22 October 2022. These commandos often execute a quick waterborne ingress into their area of operations through a small rubberised craft. Slithering ops can be undertaken from an #ALH, a #SeakingC or #MI-17 helicopter. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #DEFEXPO2022

#NWWA – Knitting a happier world for you! From a fitness regime to pursuing your long-lost love for arts, NWWA provides an array of limitless possibilities to expand your horizons. #AnchoringLives #ImpactSeries

Witness #CombatFreeFall by #ParaSF #Commandos of #IndianArmy, #MARCOS of #IndianNavy and #Garuds of #IndianAirForce at DefExpo-2022 Live Demonstration at #SabarmatiRiverFront, #Ahmedabad from 18 to 22 October 2022. Combat Free Fall is a mode of insertion of #SpecialForces into a mission area by air using highly maneuverable parachutes. #SF personnel get air dropped from a height of upto 36,000 feet, travel under canopy with combat load and land with accuracy onto the target. High Altitude High Opening #HAHO and High-Altitude Low Opening #HALO are two kinds of procedures they adopt, depending on operational requirements. #HarKaamDeshKeNaam

With the Festival of lights around the corner, #NWWA lady entrepreneurs and children from #Sankalp are geared up to exhibit their in-house collections of art, craft & culture. Come & witness their hard work at Kota House on 18-19 Oct 22 from 1130-1830hrs. #AnchoringLives #Diwali

With the Festival of lights around the corner, #NWWA lady entrepreneurs and children from #Sankalp are geared up to exhibit their in-house collections of art, craft & culture. Come & witness their hard work @Kota House on 18-19 Oct 22 from 1130-1830hrs. #AnchoringLives #Diwali

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Women’s Day was celebrated by NWWA Valsura at the Watermanship Training Centre with theme ‘By the Ladies… For the Ladies’. Various team building activities were organised. The event witnessed wholehearted participation by the ladies.
Team Aarogya of NWWA Mandovi organized a medical camp for women on the occasion of International Women’s day on 08 March 2022 at NWWA Kendra. The camp was inaugurated by President NWWA, Mandovi, Mrs Veena Venkatraman. The purpose of the camp was to bring forth the key message for women to prioritise their health and give them an opportunity to seek a detailed health check-up under one roof. The event was organized in partnership with Rotary club Porvorim, INS Jeevanti and Nivedita MI Room. The camp provided medical/ dental/ gynaecologist check-ups and medical docket with complete medical profile for future reference. Testing and awareness for Cervical Cancer was also provided. Over 100 women consisting of NWWA members, defence civilians, women labourers and domestic helps attended the camp.
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23rd IN-USN Executive Steering Group (ESG) Meeting was held at New Delhi from 07 to 09 March 2022. The meeting was co-chaired by Vice Admiral Karl Thomas, Commander US 7th Fleet and Vice Admiral Ravneet Singh, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, . Rear Admiral Sean Bailey, Deputy Commander / also attended the meeting. The event witnessed active participation from Indian Navy and including , C5F and representatives. Major issues discussed included , information exchange and training. Both sides also acknowledged the growing cooperation between the two Navies amid emerging challenges on the maritime front, and agreed to enhance collaboration and interoperability towards ensuring maritime security in the .
Naval Air Operations School celebrated its on 07 March 2022. The event saw participation of serving officers and including winners. The event marked Sixty years of training that the school has imparted since its inception in 1960. The celebrations commenced with a Seminar themed ‘Shaping Maritime Air Operations - Evolution and Opportunities’. The inaugural address was delivered by , and Keynote address by Rear Admiral Philipose George Pynumootil, Flag Officer Naval Aviation. As part of the Celebrations, a coffee table book was released. A panel discussion on ‘Effect of newly Inducted Aviation Assets in the War fighting Capability' was also conducted. Veterans, serving officers and families visited the alma mater and interacted with the budding Airborne Tacticians at the School. They were introduced to sophisticated flight simulator (STRATA) Virtual Reality demonstrations and visited Watermanship Survival Training Facility at Garuda. The school also paid homage to the departed warriors by observing a moment of silence. Interaction with veterans and , motivational talk by guest speakers and Barakhana with station crew were also conducted as part of the celebrations.
I create, I dare, I live my passion, I am an entrepreneur. To acknowledge the incredible Naval wives community, NWWA, WNC organised an exhibition on 08 March to celebrate Women's Day 2022. The exhibition was inaugurated by President NWWA (WR), Mrs Charu Singh and the platform enabled Naval wives to showcase their creativity and innovation. The stalls displayed an assortment of hand-crafted items including exquisite ornaments, home decor paraphernalia like crochet, macrame, acrylic art, resin art etc. From customised home linen to colourful fabrics, from the historic Madhubani and Gond art to the distinctive Decoupage, the exhibition was a veritable collection of things both creative and of utility. Stalls teeming with goods and a multitude of shoppers was testimony to the grand success of the event. It inspired close to twenty five budding entrepreneurs. A rewarding moment for NWWA WNC in its endeavour to encourage and salute the spirit of entrepreneurship within the community.
As part of 2022, NSRY, Kochi celebrated ‘Women's Week’ from 02 to 08 March 2022 by conducting various activities exclusively for the women workforce of the Yard. The programs included competitions like poetry, pencil drawing, firefighting (practical competition) and a Women's Walkathon on 07 March 2022, wherein about 80 women employees participated. The celebrations culminated with a health awareness workshop and cultural event organised by the Women of the Yard on 08 March 2022. Rear Admiral Subir Mukherjee was the Chief Guest for the event and felicitated all participants.
NWWA has collaborated with M/s Mahindra Defence towards undertaking welfare activities under CSR. At an event conducted at NOM, Varuna on 05 March 2022 M/s Mahindra Defence Systems presented their invaluable CSR Contribution to Navy Wives Welfare Association. The occasion was graced by Mrs Kala Hari Kumar, President NWWA, Vice Admiral Suraj Berry, CPS, Commander N Raveeswaran (Retd) and dignitaries from Indian Navy, NWWA and Mahindra Defence Systems. The CSR contribution would be utilized for welfare activities of the Naval Community.
In continuation with their relentless drive for Community service and betterment of the underprivileged sections of the society, NWWA Chilka conducted an outreach programme at Nehru Seva Sadan Orphanage and Old Age home, Banpur. Mrs Bindu Pradeep, President NWWA, Chilka along with the members interacted with the elderly people and patiently listened to their concerns about health and well being. House hold items and clothing items were distributed to the inmates of the old age home. Later, the members also distributed Ration , stationary , toiletries amongst the children of Nehru Seva Sadan Orphanage.
Air Crew Diver is required to assist in the rescue of a survivor at sea, who may be unconscious or injured, whether in or out of a ditched aircraft and up to a maximum depth of 30 m. They are also trained to administer first aid treatment to unconscious or injured personnel including .
The details on qualification/ eligibility criteria to join as a sailor are available on www.joinindiannavv.gov.in
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Vice Admiral MA Hampiholi, , visited INS Hamla from 02 to 04 March 2022. The FOCINC laid the wreath at the War Memorial and was presented Guard of Honour. During the two-day visit, he reviewed the progress of training and infrastructure projects of the establishment. The was accompanied by Mrs Madhumati Hampiholi, President NWWA (Southern Region), who interacted with ladies at Hamla. Tree plantation was also carried out on 04 March 2022 in ‘Miyawaki Plantation’, which is the largest urban forestation in Urban Mumbai.
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