Why in News?
An all-women team from the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force has begun a historic circumnavigation aboard the indigenously built yacht IASV Triveni, covering 21,600 nautical miles over 8–9 months, showcasing Nari Shakti, tri-service synergy, defence diplomacy and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Description:
- First tri-service all-women circumnavigation
- Distance: 21,600 nautical miles, duration: 8–9 months
- Vessel: Triveni – 50-ft indigenously built yacht
- Ports: Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, South Africa
- Route: cross Equator twice, round Cape Leeuwin, Cape Horn & Cape of Good Hope, via Drake Passage
Team & Training:
- 10 officers → 5 Army | 1 Navy | 4 Air Force
- Leader: Lt Col Anuja Varudkar
- Others: Sqn Ldr Shraddha Raju, Lt Cdr Priyanka Gusain
- 2.5 yrs training: navigation, scuba, weather, fatigue mgmt, medical, mechanics
- Practice: Seychelles (10,000 nm)
Significance:
- Boosts Nari Shakti & gender inclusion in defence
- Strengthens Defence Diplomacy & maritime outreach
- Showcases Atmanirbhar Bharat in yacht design
- Demonstrates Tri-Service synergy & leadership opportunities for women.
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