Historic circumnavigation by INSV Tarini with two women officers from Indian Navy onboard

The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini left Stanley on March, 25 at about 09:10 hrs local time for its onward journey to Cape Town. INSV Tarini had arrived at Port Stanley on February 18, 24 completing its second leg of the expedition Navika Sagar Parikrama II. This historic circumnavigation is being attempted by a crew of two women officers from Indian Navy, Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A symbolizing India’s growing prowess of maritime exploration. During the stay the INVS Tarini crew undertook repairs and maintenance of the boat to address the defects that occurred during their most treacherous leg while passing through the Drake’s passage. INSV Tarini also had a footfall of visitors that included the Indian diaspora, local enthusiasts and tourists who visited the vessel and went back amazed by the crew’s challenging experiences and impressive achievements.