New Delhi: The Indian Navy will hold the passing out parade of its ninth batch of Agniveers and Indian Coast Guard Naviks at INS Chilka on November 13, with more than 3,300 trainees completing their initial training.
The batch will be the largest to graduate from the Navy’s premier training establishment. The recruits have completed 16 weeks of training covering academics, physical conditioning, swimming, parade drills and outdoor activities.
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan will be the chief guest and reviewing officer. Vice-Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command, will preside over the valedictory function.
The programme will also include awards for meritorious trainees, the champion division and the best instructor. A bilingual trainees’ magazine, Ankur, will be unveiled during the event.
The Navy said the parade would be streamed live on its official social media platforms, allowing people across the country to watch the ceremony.
