Indian Navy Day 2021: The day is celebrated to recognize and cherish the valiant efforts and role of the Indian Navy in safeguarding the country's maritime borders.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Indian Navy Day is celebrated on December 4
- The Indian Navy sank four Pakistani vessels on this day in 1971
- This year marks the 50th anniversary of India's victory in the 1971 war
Indian Navy Day is observed annually on 4 December to commemorate Operation Trident of the Indian Navy during the Indo-Pakistani War in 1971. The day is celebrated to recognize and cherish the valiant efforts and role of the Indian Navy in safeguarding the country's maritime borders. As the day is dedicated to the Indian Naval Force, here is a list of some of the major ships of the Indian Navy:
INS VIKRAMADITYA
INS Vikramaditya is an Indian carrier ship with a capacity to carry over 30 aircraft comprising an assortment of MiG 29K/C Harrier, Kamov 31, Kamov 28, Sea King, ALH-Dhruv and Chetak helicopters. This was the commission in 2013.
INS VIKRANT
INS Vikrant is also known as indigenous aircraft carrier. It is the first aircraft carrier to be built in India. The name Vikrant is derived from the Sanskrit word vikrant which means "to move forward", "courageous" or "courageous". Basin trials of this aircraft carrier were completed in December 2020, and sea trials are expected to begin by the end of 2021.
INS CHAKRA
It is a nuclear power ballistic missile submarine which was leased from Russia. This was the second nuclear-powered attack submarine that India had leased from Russia.
INS ARIHANT
INS Arihant (SSBN 80) is the lead ship of India's Arihant class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines. It was launched in 2009 at the Indian Navy dockyard in Visakhapatnam.
INS DELHI
INS Delhi is the flagship ship of the Indian Navy's class of guided-missile destroyers designed and built in India. It is one of the largest warships that was commissioned in 1997.
INS MYSORE
INS Mysore is a Fiji class cruiser that was commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1957. It is known for its outstanding contribution during the operations of the Western Fleet. The word Mysore means 'always fearless'.
INS RANA
INS Rana is one of the Rajput class guided missile destroyers. It is also known as Kashin-II class. These are the first ships to deploy the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system in the Indian Navy. The word 'Rana' means 'ready to fight'. It was commissioned in 1982.
Indian Navy Day 2021: Quotes and wishes to share
Indian Navy Day is celebrated every year on 4 December in memory of the Indian Navy's daring attack on Karachi Harbor during the Indo-Pakistani War in 1971.
Navy Day is celebrated in India every year on 4th December. The day recognizes the role and achievements of the Indian Navy. The day commemorates the events of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. On this day in 1971, the Indian Navy sank four Pakistani ships, killing hundreds of Pakistani sailors.
The Indian Navy is the naval branch of the Indian Armed Forces and is headed by the President of India as Commander-in-Chief. The Chief of the Navy is the head of the military personnel of the Indian Navy. Admiral R Hari Kumar took over as the new Chief of Naval Staff on Tuesday.
2021 is being celebrated as the 'Golden Victory Year' to commemorate the 50th anniversary of India's victory in the 1971 war.
Here are some Navy Day quotes and wishes to share:
Navy Day quotes
- They take pleasure in serving the country, its kin, its coasts and all borders. Happy Navy Day to all Navy personnel serving the nation with pride!
- From sea to sand, I adore this land! I salute men in white. Happy Indian Navy Day.
- We are safe because our navy is protecting us every moment. Greetings and best wishes to our Navy on Indian Navy Day.
- A country can be free only when in its heart there are heroes who protect it with love for the nation. Happy Indian Navy Day.
- The Navy is much more than a job; Much more than administration for the country. It is a lifestyle. It gets into your blood.
Navy Day wishes
- We are safe because our navy is protecting us every moment. Greetings and best wishes to our Navy on Indian Navy Day.
- On Indian Navy Day, let us thank the Indian Navy for their commitment and assurance.
- We are a big nation, stretching from sea to land and with a navy that is so strong. Happy Navy Day!
- Freedom in mind and words, pride in our hearts, memories in our soul, let's salute the nation on Navy Day!
- Let us celebrate Indian Navy Day by saluting all the women and men in the Navy for their bravery, dedication and patriotism.