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High Commission of India, Wellington is excited to announce Port Call of INSV Tarini at the Port of Lyttelton, Christchurch in the evening of December 20, 2024. Lt Commander Roopa A and Lt Commander Dilna K, the two extraordinary women officers of Indian Navy on board INSV Tarini is on a voyage to circumnavigate the Globe as part of Indian Navy’s expedition “NAVIKA SAGAR PARIKRAMA-II”. This Voyage was flagged off by the Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi in Goa, India on Oct 2, 2024. It made it’s first stop in Freemantle, Perth and left for Lyttelton on November 24, 2024.
The duo have been preparing themselves for this expedition for the last three years and underwent rigorous training and were mentored under various officers of Indian Navy who have circumnavigated the globe, including ace circumnavigator and Golden Globe Race hero, Cdr Abhilash Tomy, an officer retired from Indian Navy.
These women embody the spirit of adventure, resilience, and determination, and their journeys stand as testament to what can be accomplished when individuals push beyond societal norms and personal limits. Their extraordinary journey represents not only an inspiring feat of endurance, skill, and courage but also a powerful message of empowerment, breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.
The publicity of their voyages serves more than just recognition of an individual or team achievement; it highlights the importance of gender equality, environmental consciousness, and the pursuit of one’s passions. Furthermore, the publicity could positively impact the global sailing community, environmental initiatives, and the pursuit of sustainability, topics which align with the growing focus on both personal and environmental responsibility.