As the nation celebrates 50 glorious years of the 1971 war victory as Swarnim Vijay Varsh and 75th year of Independence as Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, a 5,075-km bike expedition “Swarnim Vijay Yatra” was flagged off from the INS Chilka on Tuesday.
The expedition team led by Lt Cdr Sandeep Tomar and comprising officers and Sailors of INS Chilka and INHS Nivarini are on an endeavour to cover 5,075 km signifying '50' years and '75' years, crossing seven States including four north eastern States bordering Bangladesh.The aim is to spread awareness among the local populace about the role of Indian Navy in national security and prosperity and also to create awareness about its role in naval operations which were decisive in the victory of the 1971 war.
The team will visit places to pay homage to the martyrs of the 1971 war as well as visit educational institutions including colleges and schools. Interactive sessions on career avenues in the Indian Navy are also planned to be held by the team at these locations.