A 40 km Cyclathon was conducted for NAQAS personnel, including Service personnel, families & Defence civilians on 28 May 26. The event fostered camaraderie, physical fitness & endurance while promoting team spirit and healthy living within the NAQAS community. 🚴♂️🇮🇳 #NAQAS #Cyclathon #Fitness #Camaraderie
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Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, #CNS is on an official visit to Myanmar from 02 - 05 May 26.
The visit aims to further strengthen the robust and growing maritime engagements between the #IndianNavy and the #MyanmarNavy.
Engagements with senior leadership of #Myanmar will focus on reviewing ongoing bilateral maritime cooperation, enhancing operational-level linkages, and exploring new avenues for collaboration between the two navies.
The visit reaffirms India's commitment to strengthening maritime partnerships and collaborative engagement in the #IndianOceanRegion, with focus on enhancing #NavalCooperation, bolstering #MaritimeSecurity, and promoting mutual growth and regional stability.
🇮🇳-🇲🇲#BridgesofFriendship
#MaritimeDiplomacy #IONS #IOSSagar
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The @DRDO_India & Indian Navy successfully jointly conducted the maiden Salvo launch of Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR) from Indian Navy’s helicopter platform, off the coast of Bay of Bengal in Odisha.
Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh complimented DRDO, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force and industry including the DcPP partners for successful maiden salvo launch of Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range. He said that development of this missile will further enhance the capabilities of the Armed Forces to a great extent.
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. With emphasis on work hard and play hard, Team Garuda dominated the Basketball Court, lifting the Kochi Area Godavari Trophy. Another display of teamwork, precision, and fighting spirit. A team which never gives up and remains committed till the last whistle🔥💪
#TeamGaruda #Champions #Basketball #Kochi #Victory #WinningSpirit
#SportingSaturday #FitIndia
⚓ Fireside Chat with CNS
Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, #CNS interacted with the officers, sailors, DSC personnel, and defence civilians of #SNC in a candid and engaging ‘Fireside Chat’ at INS Dronacharya on #20Apr 26.
Sharing his experiences, vision, and expectations, the CNS emphasised the #IndianNavy’s focus on self-reliance and #Aatmanirbharta, driven by technological advancements aligned with the vision of #ViksitBharat2047. He highlighted the transformation of the Navy into a multi dimensional, multi-domain force, which has evolved as #PreferredSecurityPartner in the region. The recent initiative of #IOS_SAGAR26 was cited as a unique example of maritime diplomacy and outreach.
The CNS urged all personnel to remain focused, vigilant, and #CombatReady to address emerging challenges while ensuring #MaritimeSecurity and enabling nation’s unhindered growth. He underscored training as the bedrock of a professional force and acknowledged the vital role of Training Command in building #BridgesOfFriendship through high-quality professional training.
Concluding the interaction, he outlined the Navy’s roadmap for the future, inspiring all ranks towards continued excellence and professionalism.
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Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, #CNS inaugurated ‘Vijendra 2’, a new 96-unit married accommodation for junior sailors at Mahavir Annexe in Kochi on 20 April 26. Named after Vijendra Pal Singh Tomar, Seaman, a Kirti Chakra (posthumous) recipient, this facility will enhance the quality of life and welfare infrastructure for naval personnel and families in Kochi station.
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, PVSM, AVSM, NM, Chief of the Naval Staff, visited the Lakshya, Composite Indoor Shooting Range (CISR) at #INSDronacharya on 20 Apr 26. The #CNS witnessed firing of newly inducted small arms featuring advanced targeting systems. He appreciated the significant enhancement in gunnery training that bolster #OperationalReadiness ⚓
On the sidelines of the Commanders’ Conference, Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, #CNS hosted #SagarManthan 26/1 at the Navy House.
Aimed at moving From Intent to Capability, the dialogue brought the Navy’s top leadership together with distinguished leaders from the NITI Aayog, Services, Industry and the Innovation ecosystem to deliberate on Reforming Defence R&D and Capability Development through Greater Industry Participation.
In an era defined by rapid technological diffusion and evolving geopolitics, discussions focused on:-
- building an agile, inclusive innovation ecosystem leveraging startups, MSMEs, academia and industry to accelerate capability outcomes
- widening the defence R&D base and strengthening Public-Private partnership models through reforms and imbibing best practices
The deliberations threw up thought-provoking perspectives and ideas for deepening industry participation, and strengthening a #futureready defence ecosystem.
A step towards translating intent into capability faster, smarter, and at scale
#SagarManthan2026
#IndianNavy #Innovation #AatmanirbharBharat
On the occasion of World Meteorological Day, INS Garuda hosted a vibrant Met Week, raising awareness on the importance of weather and climate amongst naval personnel and school children. The event featured multifarious theme based competitions and culminated with suitable awards presentation by the Commanding Officer.
#WorldMeteorologicalDay #WeatherAwareness
Advanced Data Analytics for QA Process Optimisation takes a leap forward!
The in-house developed #eA21 Analysis Software & QA Process Optimisation Tool at NAQAS was inaugurated by FONA RAdm Ajay D Theophelis VSM on 17 Mar 26
A transformative step enabling smarter, data-driven decision making across all QA agencies. #NavalAviation #innovation #dataAnalytics
Creativity is the thread that binds the fabric of human connection. INS Garuda, together with NWWA, celebrated the 115th International Women’s Day on 8 March, embracing this year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” by organising a creative Art & Craft Skill Development Workshop in collaboration with Pidilite. The event was gainfully utilised by over one hundred better halves of the men in whites.
#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #GiveToGain
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“Pride of Protection, Legacy of Service”
The 79th Raising Day of the Defence Security Corps was celebrated at INS Garuda, honouring the dedicated and committed service of the integral DSC team. A scintillating in house cultural performance by personnel and families made the evening memorable.
#DefenceSecurityCorps #ServiceBeforeSelf #MilitaryHeritage
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An Art of Living programme was conducted for NAQAS personnel, including Officers, Sailors & Defence Civilians, from 25–27 Feb 26.The 3-day workshop focused on stress management, enhanced focus & improved workplace efficiency through structured breathing exercises and meditation #StrengtheningMinds #EnhancingComradeship
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#TrainingTuesday
From cockpit to Cyber Domain.
An onsite high-octane, 5-day IT Skill Development Workshop concluded at the Air Station on 2nd March. Guest speakers and Subject Matter Experts from the civil domain sharpened the digital edge of men and women in uniform, emphasising smart work philosophy by integrating technology into military excellence. The tailor made and curated curriculum towards a future ready tech savvy force empowers the team in whites to maintain pace in digital age and remain prepared for challenges of tomorrow. 🇮🇳
#INSGaruda #IndianNavy #DigitalIndia #CyberSecurity
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Fighting fit at fifty six, Saroj Kumar Sharma, Honorary Sub Lieutenant and a Flight Diver makes history as the first Flight Diver to fly and instruct in this rank, age and seniority.Flight Divers are trained to undertake rescue missions in challenging weather conditions requiring high level of fitness, training and presence of mind.
Saroj is not just matching the young crew stride for stride — he’s charting new courses and setting the pace for the next generation to emulate. @SpokespersonMoD@IN_HQSNC@DefencePROkochi@IndiannavyMedia
Together we pull - Indian Navy’s Water Survival Training Facility in collaboration with ISRO added yet another feather to its rich legacy with successful culmination of crew egress protocols for ‘Gaganyatris’. Every bit counts, our unwavered committment to Mission Gaganyaan.
#IndianNavy #ISRO #Gaganyaan #AatmanirbharBharat #SouthernNavalCommand #INSGaruda