New Delhi, Nov 10 (UNI) The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Tarini, which is undertaking a global circumnavigation expedition christened Navika Sagar Parikrama II, arrived at its first port of call in Fremantle, Australia.

Tarini arrived in Fremantle on Saturday after a challenging 39-day voyage at sea, an official statement said.
The historic expedition was flagged off from Goa by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff on October 2.
The vessel has covered a distance of 4900 nm from Goa, crossing the Equator on 16 October and the Tropic of Capricorn on 27 October. During this 38 day non stop voyage, the Indian Navy duo of Lt Cdr Dilna K and Lt Cdr Roopa A encountered a range of weather conditions from calm to severe, facing winds up to 40 knots and sea state of 6.
Throughout the journey, the crew remained in good health and high spirits, demonstrating resilience in the face of extreme conditions.
The progress of the expedition has been closely followed by the CNS, receiving daily updates. On the eve of Diwali, while the vessel was at sea, the CNS interacted with the crew and found them fully motivated and dedicated to their mission.
The arrival of INSV Tarini in Fremantle was given a warm welcome by dignitaries, including the Consul General of India at Perth, the Defence Advisor from Canberra, Secretary of the Indian Navy Sailing Association (INSA), representatives from the Royal Australian Navy, along with members of the media and Indian Naval veterans residing in Australia.
Navika Sagar Parikrama II is an ambitious circumnavigation voyage that includes stops at four major ports worldwide.
As INSV Tarini prepares for its next leg, this milestone underscores the strength, skill, and resilience of the Indian Navy’s women sailors and reaffirms India’s dedication to sustainable and inclusive global engagement.
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