As part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahostav to celebrate 75 years of India’s Independence, the Navy is undertaking commemorative visits to foreign ports spread across six continents, three oceans and six different time zones.
“Various activities and events are being planned at each of these ports by Indian Missions on August 15 during the visit. The most significant amongst these would be the hoisting of our tricolour onboard these ships in the presence of Indian diaspora and distinguished local dignitaries,” the Navy said in a statement on Saturday.
Other activities being planned include official calls by Indian Navy crew on senior leadership of host country, participation by Naval contingent at the flag hoisting ceremony in the respective Embassies, band performance at a prominent public place/auditorium, ship open to visitors, visit by school children and Indian diaspora, deck reception and various cultural events as organised by Indian Embassies, the statement said.
