Indian Navy’s Women Officers Set for Global Sea Expedition on INSV Tarini

Two Indian Navy women officers, Lt Commander Roopa A and Lt Commander Dilna K, are all set to embark on a challenging voyage around Global Sea Expedition. This journey, named the Sagar Parikrama, will be conducted on the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini. According to a statement by the Indian Navy, the two officers have been preparing for this expedition for the last three years.

Training and Preparation

The officers have undergone rigorous training under the guidance of Commodore Abhilash Tomy (Retired), a renowned circumnavigator and winner of the Golden Globe Race. Their preparation included several sailing expeditions. Last year, they participated in a trans-oceanic voyage from Goa to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, via Cape Town, South Africa. They also successfully completed a sailing expedition from Goa to Port Blair in the Andaman Islands and another from Goa to Port Louis, Mauritius.

The Navy has emphasized that the Sagar Parikrama will be a physically and mentally demanding journey. It requires advanced sailing skills, high physical fitness, and constant mental alertness. The officers have already logged thousands of miles at sea, ensuring they are well-prepared for this global adventure.

Global and National Impact of the Expedition

This journey is part of the second Navika Sagar Parikrama and is significant in several ways. It showcases India’s growing efforts in maritime exploration, while also promoting gender equality. The expedition highlights the increasing presence of women in the Indian Navy and demonstrates the country’s commitment to preserving its maritime heritage and promoting seamanship skills.

This expedition will help raise awareness about the challenges of ocean sailing and inspire other nations to encourage women to take on leadership roles in maritime activities. It will also enhance India’s global maritime reputation.

Aims and Motivations of the Expedition

The Sagar Parikrama aims to:

• Revitalize India’s sailing tradition and maritime culture.
• Promote gender equality by showcasing women’s leadership in ocean expeditions.
• Enhance the skills of Indian Navy personnel in handling extreme oceanic conditions.
• Highlight India’s growing capabilities in global maritime activities.

List of Awards Received by INSV Tarini Expeditions

Award	Year	Description
Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award	2018	Recognized INSV Tarini’s all-women crew for their successful circumnavigation of the globe.
Nari Shakti Puraskar	2018	Awarded to INSV Tarini’s crew for promoting gender equality in maritime activities.
Maritime Excellence Award	2020	Celebrated the crew’s leadership and contributions to oceanic expeditions.

Indian Navy’s Women Officers Set for Global Sea Expedition- Key Summary

• Lt Commander Roopa A and Lt Commander Dilna K will embark on a global sea voyage on INSV Tarini.
• The officers have been training for three years under the mentorship of Commodore Abhilash Tomy.
• The Sagar Parikrama is part of India’s second Navika Sagar Parikrama initiative and emphasizes gender equality and seamanship skills.
• The officers have gained significant experience through multiple trans-oceanic expeditions.
• This journey marks a significant step in India’s maritime endeavors.

Source- ANI