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INSV Tarini Embarks on Second Leg of Navika Sagar Parikrama-II Expedition

INSV Tarini Embarks on Second Leg of Navika Sagar Parikrama-II Expedition
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INSV Tarini Embarks on Second Leg of Navika Sagar Parikrama-II Expedition

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Why in the news?INSV Tarini began the second leg of the Navika Sagar Parikrama-II expedition on November 24, 2024, from Fremantle, Australia to Lyttelton, New Zealand.
VesselINSV Tarini, a 56-foot Indian Naval Sailing Vessel.
ExpeditionNavika Sagar Parikrama-II (NSP-II), a dual-handed circumnavigation mission.
Flag-OffBy Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi on October 2, 2024.
CrewLt Cdr Dilna K. and Lt Cdr Roopa A., two women officers from the Indian Navy.
Second Leg DepartureNovember 24, 2024, at 0830 h IST (1100 h local time) from Fremantle, Australia.
DestinationLyttelton, New Zealand.
Distance Covered (Leg 2)3,400 nautical miles (6,300 km).
Duration (Leg 2)Approximately 20 days.
Route HighlightsCape Leeuwin, Great Australian Bight, Tasmania, South Island of New Zealand.
ChallengesFrontal weather systems, dropping temperatures.
Stopover at FremantleNovember 9, 2024, after covering 4,900 nautical miles from India.
Reception at FremantleWarm welcome by Consul General of India in Perth, Royal Australian Navy officials, and Indian diaspora.
Key Activities at Fremantle
Parliament VisitHonored as special invitees at Western Australia Parliament; achievements acknowledged in a formal session.
Community InteractionEngagement with Indian diaspora and students, sharing stories of resilience and empowerment.
MaintenanceBoat systems checked and repaired; provisions replenished.
MentorshipGuidance from Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd), including route briefing and boat assessment.

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