Two female Indian Navy officers, Lieutenant Commanders Roopa A and Dilna K, will soon embark on a global sea expedition aboard INSV Tarini. This voyage, part of the second Navika Sagar Parikrama, aims to promote maritime heritage and showcase India’s commitment to gender equality in maritime activities.
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- Two Indian Navy officers, Roopa A and Dilna K, to sail globally on INSV Tarini.
- Expedition part of the second Navika Sagar Parikrama.
- Officers have been preparing for the mission for three years.
- Previous missions include sailing from Goa to Rio de Janeiro and Port Blair.
- Trained under Golden Globe Race winner, Commodore Abhilash Tomy (Retired).
- Emphasizes preserving maritime heritage and seamanship skills.
- Journey to test extreme sailing skills, fitness, and mental alertness.
- Logo for Navika Sagar Parikrama unveiled by Indian Navy.
- Highlights India’s growing role in global maritime activities and gender equality.
