Indian Navy’s INSV Tarini embarks on second leg of expedition from Australia

The Indian Navy’s INSV Tarini, which is undertaking a global circumnavigation expedition, Navika Sagar Parikrama 2, sailed out from Australia’s Fremantle on November 24 for the second leg of the expedition to New Zealand’s Lyttelton.
According to the Indian Navy, INSV Tarini sailed out from Fremantle at 8.30 am (Indian time) for the second leg of the Navika Sagar Parikrama 2 expedition and was seen off by an enthusiastic crowd cheering for the safe passage to Lyttelton.
The expedition, with two intrepid women officers, Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A onboard the ship, was flagged off by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on October 2 from Goa.
The voyage will cover 3,400 nautical miles (6300 kilometres) in approximately 20 days, and it will see the crew experience varied weather conditions, including frontal weather systems and dropping temperatures, the Navy said in a statement.
In Australia’s Fremantle, INSV Tarini received a warm welcome by several dignitaries, including the Consul General of India at Perth, the Defence Advisor from Canberra, the Secretary of the Indian Navy Sailing Association (INSA), representatives from the Royal Australian Navy, and Indian Naval veterans residing in Australia.
At Fremantle and Perth, the crew engaged in various impactful activities showcasing the Indian Navy’s contribution to promoting gender equality and global maritime cooperation.
Fostering cultural and historical connections between the two countries and recognising their achievements, the crew were honoured as special invitees at the Western Australia Parliament where they interacted with parliamentarians and also attended a session of the Parliament where a statement was made in the house, acknowledging the expedition and their journey thus far.
During the stopover, Tarini also underwent checks of all systems and repairs to defects under the supervision of a shore support team from India and stocked up with provisions for the next leg.
The crew was briefed by the team mentor, Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd) on the passage ahead, who also assessed the boat.
Serving as ambassadors of India’s rich maritime heritage, the Navy officials interacted with the Indian diaspora at a vibrant event coordinated by the Consul General of India in Perth. They also visited the Royal Australian Naval Base HMAS Stirling and the Ocean Reef High School. Sharing their journeys and experiences with the students.
Phase 2 of the expedition will see INSV Tarini cross Cape Leeuwin, the Great Australian Bight, Tasmania and the South Island of New Zealand before calling on at Lyttelton.