On the second leg of the expedition, INSV Tarini sets out from Fremantle, Australia, to Lyttelton, New Zealand
INN/New Delhi, @Infodeaofficial
On November 24, 2024, at 0830 IST (1100 h local time), the Indian Naval Sailing vessel INSV Tarini set sail from Fremantle, Australia for Lyttelton, New Zealand, the second stop on the NSP-II’s mission. An excited audience applauded Tarini and her daring crew as they were escorted to Lyttelton.
Adm Dinesh K. Tripathi, CNS, kicked off the Indian Navy expedition Navika Sagar Parikrama-II on October 2, 24. The expedition’s 56-foot INSV Tarini is carrying two female Navy officers on a dual-handed round of the planet.
Following a 39-day voyage of 4900 nautical miles under sail, Lt Cdr Dilna K and Lt Cdr Roopa A made a scheduled stop at Fremantle on Nov. 9, 24. They were warmly received by the Consul General of India in Perth, DA Canberra, Royal Australian Navy officials, and members of the Indian diaspora, who were primarily Indian Armed Forces Veterans.
The crew at Fremantle and Perth participated in a number of significant events that represented India’s advancements in women’s empowerment and maritime exploration, as well as the Indian Navy’s role in advancing gender equality and international maritime cooperation.
The crew was honoured as special invitees to the Western Australia Parliament, where they engaged with lawmakers and attended a session where a statement was made in the house acknowledging the expedition and their journey thus far. This served to foster cultural and historical ties between the two countries and recognise their accomplishments.
Under the guidance of an Indian shore support team, Tarini had all systems checked and any flaws fixed during the layover, and supplies were restocked for the following leg. The team mentor, Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd), evaluated the boat and gave the crew a briefing on the upcoming journey.
At a lively event organised by the Consul General of India in Perth, they engaged with the Indian diaspora while acting as ambassadors of India’s rich maritime legacy. They also went to Ocean Reef High School and HMAS Stirling, a Royal Australian Naval Base. The crew made a lasting impression on young minds by sharing their voyage and experiences with the children, highlighting the value of perseverance, creativity, and pursuing ambitions in the face of adversity.
Before making a stop at Lyttelton, the INSV Tarini will traverse Cape Leeuwin, the Great Australian Bight, Tasmania, and the South Island of New Zealand as part of the second phase of the voyage. During the roughly 20-day journey, which will cover 3400 nautical miles (6300 km), the crew will encounter a variety of meteorological conditions, such as frontal weather systems and declining temperatures.