Odisha, Nov 10 (NVI): The Indian Navy will conduct the Passing Out Parade (POP) of its ninth batch of Agniveers and Indian Coast Guard Naviks at INS Chilka on November 13, with over 3,300 trainees set to complete their 16-week ab-initio training, marking the largest-ever batch to pass out from the naval training establishment.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan will be the chief guest and reviewing officer at the parade, the Navy said in a statement.
The passing out parade will mark the successful completion of an intensive training programme aimed at transforming young recruits into disciplined, physically agile, mentally resilient and professionally competent personnel.
The 16-week training curriculum included academic instruction, physical conditioning, swimming, parade training, outdoor activities and camps. Special emphasis was also laid on character building, leadership, discipline, camaraderie and teamwork, while familiarising the trainees with the core naval values of duty, honour and courage.
The occasion will mark the culmination of the trainees’ training journey and the beginning of their professional careers in the armed forces. Their families, naval veterans and distinguished guests are also expected to attend the ceremony.
The valedictory function will be presided over by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command.
Awards will be presented to meritorious trainees, the champion division and the best instructor in recognition of their outstanding performance and contribution to the training programme.
The event will also witness the unveiling of ‘Ankur’, the bilingual trainees’ magazine.
The Passing Out Parade will be streamed live on the Indian Navy’s official social media platforms, allowing people across the country to witness the ceremony.—(NVI)
