NewzVille Desk
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today, felicitated the nine women officers of the three Services, who returned home after successfully completing the first-ever Tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition ‘Samudra Pradakshina’ onboard the Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni. Interacting with the officers in New Delhi, Raksha Mantri praised the team’s courage and determination in successfully completing the 314-day voyage covering nearly 25,500 nautical miles across four oceans. He described the expedition as a testament to Nari Shakti and an outstanding example of Tri-service jointness & synergy that will inspire every Indian.
The women officers shared their experiences with the Minister, highlighting that the expedition’s demanding nature made the voyage both memorable and rewarding.
They said that their unwavering commitment to making the nation proud kept them motivated, enabling them to overcome immense physical and mental challenges.
Singh remarked that their dedication had inspired him and reinforced his own resolve. He added that their achievement demonstrates how firm conviction and determination can help one accomplish any goal in life.
Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar and other senior officers of three Services were present during the interaction.
The team of IASV Triveni was virtually flagged-in by the Defence Minister on July 22, 2026 in Mumbai. Singh had graced the flag-off ceremony on September 11, 2025 through video conferencing.
