Navika Sagar Parikrama II: Indian Navy's voyage of empowerment

Idea of all-women global circumnavigation was first conceived by the Navy in 2017

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The Indian Navy will embark on a historic mission that symbolises courage, determination, and the boundless potential of the Indian women. The Navika Sagar Parikrama II, a global circumnavigation expedition, will see Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A set sail from the Naval Ocean Sailing Node at INS Mandovi in Goa.

During the curtain-raiser event on Monday here, Vice-Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, also the Vice-Chief of Naval Staff, described the Navika Sagar Parikrama II as a journey of empowerment, innovation and a reaffirmation of the Indian Navy's commitment to professionalism and responsibility on the global stage.

He praised the officers for their courage and resilience, emphasising that their mission is a testament to India's maritime prowess and a source of pride for the entire nation.