{{Use Indian English|date=September 2024}}
{{Use Indian English|date=September 2024}}
”’Navika Sagar Parikrama II”’ ({{lit|Sailors’ Sea Circumambulation}}) or ”’Navika Sagar Parikrama 2”’ is an upcoming [[circumnavigation]] of the globe by female officers of the [[Indian Navy]]. <ref name=”times”>{{Cite web|title=Two Indian Navy women officers embark on sailing expedition, circumnavigating the globe|website=[[Times of India]] |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/visakhapatnam/two-indian-navy-women-officers-embark-on-sailing-expedition-circumnavigating-the-globe/articleshow/113371182.cms}}</ref> Unlike previous [[Navika Sagar Parikrama|edition]] that had a 6 women crew, this time only 2 women will attempt to circumnavigate the globe. They are [[Indian Navy]] women officers Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, who will undertake the journey once again onboard [[INSV Tarini]]. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2055169#:~:text=Sagar%20Parikrama%20would%20be%20a,of%20experience%20under%20their%20belt.|title=Press Release: Press Information Bureau}}</ref> The duo have been preparing themselves for this expedition for the last three years. The 2 officers were previously part of the six-member crew that had participated in trans-oceanic expedition from [[Goa]] to [[Rio de Janeiro]] via [[Cape Town]] and back in 2023. Then the 2 women officers undertook a [[sailing]] expedition from Goa to [[Sri Vijaya Puram]] (earlier Port Blair) and back in double-handed mode. They further honed their skill, by successfully undertaking a sortie from Goa to [[Port Louis]], [[Mauritius]] again in dual-handed mode early in 2024. The two women officers have received their training and mentoring under various Indian Navy offers who have circumnavigated the globe, including ace circumnavigator and [[Golden Globe Race]] hero, Cdr [[Abhilash Tomy]]. Note that Indian Navy has been making efforts to enhance its ocean sailing skills through Sail Training Ships [[INS Tarangini]] and [[INS Sudarshini]] and circumnavigation onboard [[INSV Mhadei]] and [[INSV Tarini]]. <ref name=”times”/>
”’Navika Sagar Parikrama II”’ ({{lit|Sailors’ Sea Circumambulation}}) or ”’Navika Sagar Parikrama 2”’ is an upcoming [[circumnavigation]] of the globe by female officers of the [[Indian Navy]].<ref name=”times”>{{Cite web|title=Two Indian Navy women officers embark on sailing expedition, circumnavigating the globe|website=[[Times of India]] |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/visakhapatnam/two-indian-navy-women-officers-embark-on-sailing-expedition-circumnavigating-the-globe/articleshow/113371182.cms}}</ref> Unlike previous [[Navika Sagar Parikrama|edition]] that had a crew, this time only women will attempt to circumnavigate the globe. They are [[Indian Navy]] women officers Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, who will undertake the journey once again onboard [[INSV Tarini]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2055169#:~:text=Sagar%20Parikrama%20would%20be%20a,of%20experience%20under%20their%20belt.|title=Press Release: Press Information Bureau}}</ref> The duo have been preparing themselves for this expedition for the last three years. The officers were previously part of the six-member crew that had participated in trans-oceanic expedition from [[Goa]] to [[Rio de Janeiro]] via [[Cape Town]] and back in 2023. Then the women officers undertook a [[sailing]] expedition from Goa to [[Sri Vijaya Puram]] (earlier Port Blair) and back in double-handed mode. They further honed their skill by successfully undertaking a sortie from Goa to [[Port Louis]], [[Mauritius]] again in dual-handed mode early in 2024. The two women officers have received their training and mentoring under various Indian Navy offers who have circumnavigated the globe, including ace circumnavigator and [[Golden Globe Race]] hero, Cdr [[Abhilash Tomy]]. Note that Indian Navy has been making efforts to enhance its ocean sailing skills through Sail Training Ships [[INS Tarangini]] and [[INS Sudarshini]] and circumnavigation onboard [[INSV Mhadei]] and [[INSV Tarini]].<ref name=”times”/>
The circumnavigation was [[flag off|flagged-off]] on 2 October 2024, the birth anniversary of [[Mahatma Gandhi]] from the Naval Ocean Sailing Node, INS Mandovi near [[Panaji]],[[Gosa]] by [[Admiral]] [[Dinesh K Tripathi]], [[Chief of the Naval Staff (India)]], [[Indian Navy]]. The two women officers are to sail on INSV Tarini for around 8 months covering around 23,400 nautical miles and return by May 2025. Navika Sagar Parikrama II is set to contribute towards boosting [[scientific research]] in collaboration with [[National Institute of Oceanography, India|National Institute of Oceanography]] for study on marine [[microplastics]] and ferrous content in the seas, [[Wildlife Institute of India]] for exploration on Mega Faunas or large [[sea mammals]], and [[Defence Food Research Laboratory]] towards providing customized [[Lists of prepared foods|precooked]] [[Indian cuisine|Indian meals]] for helping valiant soldiers always feel at home. Sagar Defense in to provide [[drones]] to capture visual of the entire voyage. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/2-women-navy-officers-set-to-sail-around-the-world-for-8-months-6701366|title=2 Women Navy Officers Set To Sail Around The World For 8 Months}}</ref> The expedition will follow the same route as previous edition and move from Goa to [[Fremantle]], [[Australia]] and then to [[Lyttleton]], [[New Zealand]] from their to [[Port Stanley]], [[Falkland Islands]] and lastly to [[Cape Town]], [[South Africa]] before returning to Panaji, Goa. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.business-standard.com/external-affairs-defence-security/news/sailing-vessel-insv-tarini-headed-for-navika-sagar-parikrama-ii-expedition-124100300174_1.html|title=Sailing vessel INSV Tarini headed for Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition}}</ref>
The circumnavigation was [[flag off|flagged-off]] on 2 October 2024, the birth anniversary of [[Mahatma Gandhi]] from the Naval Ocean Sailing Node, INS Mandovi near [[Panaji]],[[Gosa]] by [[Admiral]] [[Dinesh K Tripathi]], [[Chief of the Naval Staff (India)]], [[Indian Navy]]. The two women officers are to sail on INSV Tarini for around months covering around 23,400 nautical miles and return by May 2025. Navika Sagar Parikrama II is set to contribute towards boosting [[scientific research]] in collaboration with [[National Institute of Oceanography, India|National Institute of Oceanography]] for study on marine [[microplastics]] and ferrous content in the seas, [[Wildlife Institute of India]] for exploration on Mega Faunas or large [[sea mammals]], and [[Defence Food Research Laboratory]] towards providing customized [[Lists of prepared foods|precooked]] [[Indian cuisine|Indian meals]]. Sagar Defense in to provide [[drones]] to capture visual of the entire voyage.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/2-women-navy-officers-set-to-sail-around-the-world-for-8-months-6701366|title=2 Women Navy Officers Set To Sail Around The World For 8 Months}}</ref> The expedition will follow the same route as previous edition and move from Goa to [[Fremantle]], [[Australia]] and then to [[, New Zealand]] from to [[Port Stanley]], [[Falkland Islands]] and lastly to [[Cape Town]], [[South Africa]] before returning to Panaji, Goa.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.business-standard.com/external-affairs-defence-security/news/sailing-vessel-insv-tarini-headed-for-navika-sagar-parikrama-ii-expedition-124100300174_1.html|title=Sailing vessel INSV Tarini headed for Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition}}</ref>
==Significance==
==Significance==
{{right|[[File:Navika_Sagar_Parikrama_2024.png|thumb|Logo of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II]]}}
{{right|[[File:Navika_Sagar_Parikrama_2024.png|thumb|Logo of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II]]}}
The latest vogage takes forward the legacy of [[Navika Sagar Parikrama]]. Signifying the importance of this historic event in [[Maritime transport|maritime]] calendar, the Indian Navy has also unveiled the [[logo]] for the expedition. The logo has octagonal shape in the centre depicting the Indian Navy, while the sun signifies a celestial body and the compass, guiding the sailors through the challenging seas. The sailboat making its way through the vastness of the ocean symbolizes pirit of [[adventure]] and the resilience of the voyagers. The two women double-handed crew of the expedition is a testament to the Indian Navy’s commitment to fostering gender equality and excellence.The logo was unveiled on 16 September 2024. <ref name=”times”/>
The latest takes forward the legacy of [[Navika Sagar Parikrama]]. Signifying the importance of this historic event in [[Maritime transport|maritime]] calendar, the Indian Navy has also unveiled the [[logo]] for the expedition. The logo has octagonal shape in the centre depicting the Indian Navy, while the sun signifies a celestial body and the compass, guiding the sailors through the challenging seas. The sailboat making its way through the vastness of the ocean symbolizes of [[adventure]] and the resilience of the voyagers. The two women double-handed crew of the expedition is a testament to the Indian Navy’s commitment to fostering gender equality and excellence.The logo was unveiled on 16 September 2024.<ref name=”times”/>
The circumnavigation of INSV Tarini will be a significant step forward in India’s ocean sailing enterprise and maritime endeavours, showcasing the nation’s growing prominence in global maritime activities and gender equality on the high seas. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.heraldgoa.in/goa/goa/two-indian-navy-women-officers-to-embark-on-navika-sagar-parikrama-ii/413404|title=Two Indian Navy women officers to embark on Navika Sagar Parikrama II|website=[[Herald Goa]]}}</ref> Goal of this mission is to promote seamanship, maritime heritage, and gender equality through a challenging circumnavigation of the globe. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://currentaffairs.adda247.com/navika-sagar-parikrama-ii/|title=Navika Sagar Parikrama II|website=[[CurrentAffairs]]}}</ref> The [[blue water]] [[exploration|expedition]] is set to be an arduous test of the skills, physical endurance, and mental fortitude of the two crew members. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.aeromagonline.com/2024/09/16/navika-sagar-parikrama-ii-indian-navys-historic-all-women-global-voyage/
The circumnavigation of INSV Tarini will be a significant step forward in India’s ocean sailing enterprise and maritime endeavours, showcasing the nation’s growing prominence in global maritime activities and gender equality on the high seas.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.heraldgoa.in/goa/goa/two-indian-navy-women-officers-to-embark-on-navika-sagar-parikrama-ii/413404|title=Two Indian Navy women officers to embark on Navika Sagar Parikrama II|website=[[Herald Goa]]}}</ref> Goal of this mission is to promote seamanship, maritime heritage, and gender equality through a challenging circumnavigation of the globe.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://currentaffairs.adda247.com/navika-sagar-parikrama-ii/|title=Navika Sagar Parikrama II|website=[[CurrentAffairs]]}}</ref> The [[blue water]] [[exploration|expedition]] is set to be an arduous test of the skills, physical endurance, and mental fortitude of the two crew members.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.aeromagonline.com/2024/09/16/navika-sagar-parikrama-ii-indian-navys-historic-all-women-global-voyage/
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==Crew==
==Crew==
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{{right|[[File:2024_crew.jpg|180px]]}}
While Navika Sagar Parikrama I (2017-18) had a six-member all women crew, this time around Navika Sagar Parikrama II will have just two-member women crew who will circumnavigate the globe in double-handed mode. <ref name=”times”>{{Cite web|title=Two Indian Navy women officers embark on sailing expedition, circumnavigating the globe|website=[[Times of India]] |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/visakhapatnam/two-indian-navy-women-officers-embark-on-sailing-expedition-circumnavigating-the-globe/articleshow/113371182.cms}}</ref> The 2 crew have trained for last 3 years clocking 38,000 nautical miles to handle the sailing vessel INSV Tarini all by themselves accomalating thousands of nautical miles in experience. The 2 women officers will become the first from [[India]] to accomplish such a feat in double-handed mode. <ref name=”cnbctv18″>{{Cite web|title=Navika Sagar Parikrama II: Two Indian Navy women officers begin eight-month global voyage|website=[[CNBC TV18]] |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/navika-sagar-parikrama-ii-two-indian-navy-women-officers-begin-eight-month-global-voyage-19486200.htm}}</ref> They are:–
While Navika Sagar Parikrama I (2017-18) had a six-member all women crew, this time around Navika Sagar Parikrama II will have just two-member women crew who will circumnavigate the globe in double-handed mode.<ref name=”times”>{{Cite web|title=Two Indian Navy women officers embark on sailing expedition, circumnavigating the globe|website=[[Times of India]] |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/visakhapatnam/two-indian-navy-women-officers-embark-on-sailing-expedition-circumnavigating-the-globe/articleshow/113371182.cms}}</ref> The 2 crew have trained for last years clocking 38,000 nautical miles to handle the sailing vessel INSV Tarini all by themselves accomalating thousands of nautical miles in experience. The women officers will become the first from India to accomplish such a feat in double-handed mode.<ref name=”cnbctv18″>{{Cite web|title=Navika Sagar Parikrama II: Two Indian Navy women officers begin eight-month global voyage|website=[[CNBC TV18]] |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/navika-sagar-parikrama-ii-two-indian-navy-women-officers-begin-eight-month-global-voyage-19486200.htm}}</ref> They are:
1. Lt Cdr Roopa A is from [[Pondicherry]]. She joined the Indian Navy in June 2017. Her father is G. P. Alagirisamy, who served in the [[Indian Air Force]]. <ref name=”thehindu”>{{Cite web|title=Two Indian Navy women officers to embark on gruelling blue-water global voyage|website=[[The Hindu]] |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/two-indian-navy-women-officers-to-embark-on-gruelling-blue-water-global-voyage/article68645874.ece}}</ref> <br />
Lt Cdr Roopa A is from [[Pondicherry]]. She joined the Indian Navy in June 2017. Her father is G. P. Alagirisamy, who served in the [[Indian Air Force]].<ref name=”thehindu”>{{Cite web|title=Two Indian Navy women officers to embark on gruelling blue-water global voyage|website=[[The Hindu]] |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/two-indian-navy-women-officers-to-embark-on-gruelling-blue-water-global-voyage/article68645874.ece}}</ref>
2. Lt Cdr Dilna K <ref name=”indiatoday”>{{Cite web|title=Two female Indian Navy officers to embark on global sailing expedition|website=[[India today]] |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/indian-navy-globe-circumnavigation-navika-sagar-parikrama-roopa-a-dilna-k-2600285-2024-09-15}}</ref> is from [[Kozhikode]], [[Kerala]]. Commissioned into Indian Navy in June 2014, her father is late Devadasan, who served in the [[Indian Army]].
Lt Cdr Dilna K<ref name=”indiatoday”>{{Cite web|title=Two female Indian Navy officers to embark on global sailing expedition|website=[[India today]] |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/indian-navy-globe-circumnavigation-navika-sagar-parikrama-roopa-a-dilna-k-2600285-2024-09-15}}</ref> is from [[Kozhikode]], [[Kerala]]. Commissioned into Indian Navy in June 2014, her father is late Devadasan, who served in the [[Indian Army]].
==Notes==
==Notes==
Navika Sagar Parikrama II (lit. ‘Sailors’ Sea Circumambulation‘) or Navika Sagar Parikrama 2 is an upcoming circumnavigation of the globe by female officers of the Indian Navy.[1] Unlike previous edition that had a six-woman crew, this time only two women will attempt to circumnavigate the globe. They are Indian Navy women officers Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, who will undertake the journey once again onboard INSV Tarini.[2] The duo have been preparing themselves for this expedition for the last three years. The two officers were previously part of the six-member crew that had participated in trans-oceanic expedition from Goa to Rio de Janeiro via Cape Town and back in 2023. Then the two women officers undertook a sailing expedition from Goa to Sri Vijaya Puram (earlier Port Blair) and back in double-handed mode. They further honed their skill by successfully undertaking a sortie from Goa to Port Louis, Mauritius, again in dual-handed mode, early in 2024. The two women officers have received their training and mentoring under various Indian Navy offers who have circumnavigated the globe, including ace circumnavigator and Golden Globe Race hero, Cdr Abhilash Tomy. Note that Indian Navy has been making efforts to enhance its ocean sailing skills through Sail Training Ships INS Tarangini and INS Sudarshini and circumnavigation onboard INSV Mhadei and INSV Tarini.[1]
The circumnavigation was flagged-off on 2 October 2024, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi from the Naval Ocean Sailing Node, INS Mandovi near Panaji,Gosa by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy. The two women officers are to sail on INSV Tarini for around eight months covering around 23,400 nautical miles and return by May 2025. Navika Sagar Parikrama II is set to contribute towards boosting scientific research in collaboration with National Institute of Oceanography for study on marine microplastics and ferrous content in the seas, Wildlife Institute of India for exploration on Mega Faunas or large sea mammals, and Defence Food Research Laboratory towards providing customized precooked Indian meals. Sagar Defense in to provide drones to capture visual of the entire voyage.[3] The expedition will follow the same route as previous edition and move from Goa to Fremantle, Australia, and then to Lyttelton, New Zealand from there to Port Stanley, Falkland Islands, and lastly to Cape Town, South Africa, before returning to Panaji, Goa.[4]
The latest voyage takes forward the legacy of Navika Sagar Parikrama. Signifying the importance of this historic event in maritime calendar, the Indian Navy has also unveiled the logo for the expedition. The logo has octagonal shape in the centre depicting the Indian Navy, while the sun signifies a celestial body and the compass, guiding the sailors through the challenging seas. The sailboat making its way through the vastness of the ocean symbolizes the spirit of adventure and the resilience of the voyagers. The two women double-handed crew of the expedition is a testament to the Indian Navy’s commitment to fostering gender equality and excellence.The logo was unveiled on 16 September 2024.[1]
The circumnavigation of INSV Tarini will be a significant step forward in India’s ocean sailing enterprise and maritime endeavours, showcasing the nation’s growing prominence in global maritime activities and gender equality on the high seas.[5] Goal of this mission is to promote seamanship, maritime heritage, and gender equality through a challenging circumnavigation of the globe.[6] The blue water expedition is set to be an arduous test of the skills, physical endurance, and mental fortitude of the two crew members.[7]
While Navika Sagar Parikrama I (2017-18) had a six-member all women crew, this time around Navika Sagar Parikrama II will have just two-member women crew who will circumnavigate the globe in double-handed mode.[1] The 2 crew have trained for last three years clocking 38,000 nautical miles to handle the sailing vessel INSV Tarini all by themselves accomalating thousands of nautical miles in experience. The two women officers will become the first from India to accomplish such a feat in double-handed mode.[8] They are:
- Lt Cdr Dilna K[10] is from Kozhikode, Kerala. Commissioned into Indian Navy in June 2014, her father is late Devadasan, who served in the Indian Army.
