Khordha: In a significant milestone for naval training, 3,358 trainees successfully completed their basic training at the Indian Navy’s INS Chilika on Thursday, making Batch 02/26 the largest batch to pass out from the premier training establishment.
The Passing Out Parade (POP) was held at INS Chilika, with Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan attending as the chief guest and reviewing officer. He took the salute during the ceremonial parade, which was conducted by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command.
The passing-out batch comprised 2,756 Agniveers, including 142 women, 286 Indian Navy Medical Assistants and 316 sailors of the Indian Coast Guard.
Trainees who demonstrated outstanding performance during their training were also recognised. Nachiketa Sanasam (SSR category), Arbaj Amin (MR category) and Diksha (best woman trainee) received awards for their achievements in the overall merit list.
Amar Shakti M. was adjudged the best trainee in the Sailor (GD) category, while Arpit Sangwan secured the distinction in the Sailor (DB) category.
The successful completion of training by the record-sized batch marks a significant achievement for INS Chilika, with the newly trained personnel now poised to take up responsibilities in safeguarding the country’s maritime interests.
