Addressing the gathering, FOCINC complemented the Fleet for ensuring high tempo of ops and stressed on remaining poised to proactively address the dynamic safety and security situation in the region.
#INSMormugao
was adjudged the 'Best Ship',
#INSKolkata
the 'Most Spirited Ship' and
#INSSubhadra
was awarded 'Best Ship' amongst tankers and OPVs. Various other trophies for excellence in other dimensions of maritime operations were also awarded during the event.
(16/17) The two new destroyers, however have a blue and white waves against a blue background.
Ranvir’s crest depicts two crossed traditional axe-like weapons with a pointed dagger in the centre, and Ranvijay’s crest shows crossed swords and a shield.
(15/17) The crests of the Rajput-class are circular and depict medieval Rajput weaponry.
Rajput’s crest displayed a Rajput helmet and two crossed spears, Rana's crest had a broad-based knife with a pentagonal blade and a cross-grip, and Ranjit’s crest carried two crossed curved…
(14/17) INS Delhi’s (D61) crest, the same as the old Delhi (C74), has a caparisoned elephant carrying a ceremonial umbrella. Remember, Delhi was our first capital ship, commissioned in July 1948.
The crest of INS Mysore (D60), same as the old Mysore (C60), depicted the…
(13/17) The crest of INS Kolkata (D63), designed by
@chatterjeea330
, depicts a leaping Royal Bengal Tiger against the backdrop of the Hooghly River and the Howrah Bridge.
INS Kochi’s (D64) crest has a Snake Boat riding on the blue and white ocean waves with a sword and a…
(12/17) INS Visakhapatnam’s (D66) crest depicts a leaping blackbuck against the backdrop of a lighthouse atop Dolphin’s Nose. The blackbuck is the state animal of Andhra Pradesh and the Dolphin’s nose is one of the city’s most famous landmarks.
The crest of INS Mormugao (D67)…
(9/17) Vikramaditya’s crest has the sun in the centre, a taut bow with 4 arrows, and four flying arrows against blue waves. The bow represents the ship, the arrows signify the weapon combination of fighter aircraft as well as helicopters that operate from her. The four flying…
(8/17) Viraat’s crest depicts depicts an eagle clutching five arrows. The eagle symbolises air power and the five arrows held in the talon represent the ship’s versatile weapon capability.
Here is
@arunp2810
with the Viraat in the dry-dock as her captain sporting the Viraat cap…
(7/17) Vikrant’s crest depicts a combination of bows and arrows drawn. in such a way that it depicts delta-winged fighter planes taking off from an aircraft carrier. The crest also symbolises readiness to ward off attack from all directions.
Her motto (shown below the crest),…
Ever wondered what the crests of the ships of
@indiannavy
depict?
A ship's crest (or badge) serves as the vessel's distinctive insignia. A thread about the crests of different ships of the Indian Navy: (1/17)
@thisdayin_IN
#FOCWF
challenged the young officers of the Western Fleet to a 5 KM run at the pristine and picturesque environs of the
#Karwar
Naval Base.
@indiannavy
@IN_WNC
To indulge in the spirit of camaraderie and bonhomie, the Western Fleet conducted a Sports Jamboree both at Mumbai and Karwar for the Fleet families. Over 5000 personnel including their spouses and children enthusiastically participated in the gaiety.
@indiannavy
@IN_WNC
Keel laying ceremony of the First NGOPV (ex-GSL) held at
@goashipyardltd
,
#03May
24.
VAdm B Siva Kumar, CWP&A presided over the ceremony.
Contracts for indigenous design & constn of 11 Next Generation OPVs were concl on
#30Mar
23 with GSL for 7 ships &
@OfficialGRSE
for 4 ships.
23 participants are taking part in the event which includes 14
participants in the mens category, 05 in the women category and 04 participants in masters category.
Expressing gratitude for their dedication, sacrifice and selfless service to the nation,
#WNC
honoured retiring sailors, marking the end of one chapter and the start of a new journey, at 'Aabhar Ceremonies' held at
#INHSAsvini
,
#INSTunir
,
#INSShikra
,
#INSVajrabahu
and MO (Mbi).