Key Points
- INSV Tarini reached Fremantle, Australia, on November 9 after a 39-day voyage.
- The expedition is part of Navika Sagar Parikrama 2, a global circumnavigation.
- The journey covered 4,900 nautical miles, crossing the Equator and Tropic of Capricorn.
- Two women officers, Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A, are onboard.
- The ship faced various weather conditions, including winds up to 40 knots.
- The Indian Navy received daily updates on the expedition’s progress.
- INSV Tarini was warmly welcomed in Fremantle by local dignitaries and communities.
- Navika Sagar Parikrama 2 highlights gender equality and India’s maritime heritage.
Looma News
The Indian Navy’s INSV Tarini, part of the Navika Sagar Parikrama 2 expedition, arrived in Fremantle, Australia, on November 9 after completing a 39-day journey. The expedition, which began from Goa on October 2 and was flagged off by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, is led by Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A. So far, the ship has covered 4,900 nautical miles, crossing the Equator on October 16 and the Tropic of Capricorn on October 27.
During the 39-day voyage, the officers faced a range of weather conditions, including winds of up to 40 knots and a sea state of 6. Despite the challenges, the officers and crew stayed healthy and in high spirits, showing great resilience. The Navy Chief received daily updates on their progress.
INSV Tarini was given a warm welcome in Fremantle, with dignitaries such as the Consul General of India in Perth and members of the Royal Australian Navy present. The Tamil Association of Western Australia also contributed to the celebration with a classical music performance. The Navika Sagar Parikrama 2 voyage emphasizes India’s commitment to gender equality, sustainability, and strengthening maritime relations worldwide.
