NewzVille Desk
For the final leg of Navika Sagar Parikrama II Expedition, INSV Tarini was ceremonially flagged off from the Royal Cape Yacht Club to Goa on 15 April 2025. The send-off was graced by the presence of the Officiating Consul General of India in Cape Town, the Defence Attaché of India to South Africa, members of the RCYC Governing Council, and representatives of the Indian community in Cape Town.
The circumnavigation is a significant endeavour aimed at promoting ocean sailing in India, showcasing the strength and resilience of Indian women in uniform, and highlighting India’s indigenous shipbuilding capabilities.
As part of the ongoing Expedition INSV Tarini, crewed by Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A, made a scheduled stopover at Cape Town, South Africa.
During her port call at Cape Town, INSV Tarini served as a hub for numerous outreach and diplomatic engagements. It also provided an opportunity for cultural exchange and highlighted the growing maritime cooperation between India and South Africa.
The vessel played host to several esteemed guests and the crew of INSV Tarini engaged in a series of interactive events aimed at promoting gender equality, women’s empowerment, and India’s capability in indigenous boat building.
The crew also utilized the stop to undertake routine and essential maintenance of INSV Tarini, ensuring the vessel remains in peak operational condition for the final stretch of the voyage.
INSV Tarini is expected to reach Goa by end May 2025, marking the successful completion of yet another proud chapter in India’s maritime history. The Navika Sagar Parikrama II continues to be a beacon of women empowerment, maritime excellence, and national pride.
