New Delhi, Apr 7 (Reporter) A tri-services all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition, “Samudra Pradakshina” from Mumbai to Seychelles and back was flagged off by Lt Gen AK Ramesh, Commandant, College of Military Engineering (CME) on Monday. The flag-off was done from the Indian Naval Watermanship Training Centre, Colaba, Mumbai. The expedition, featuring a 12-member all-women crew from the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force, embarks on a challenging 55-day voyage covering 4,000 nautical miles from Mumbai to Seychelles and back aboard the IASV Triveni, a Defence Ministry statement said. The pioneering initiative highlights the indomitable spirit of Nari Shakti and aims to promote gender indignity in maritime endeavours. The expedition serves as a preparation for an even more ambitious circumnavigation sailing expedition planned for 2026. Selected from 41 enthusiastic volunteers, these officers, rigorously trained for two years in ocean sailing, are set to navigate treacherous waters, demonstrating their resilience, courage and determination on the high seas. The flagging-in ceremony is scheduled to take place on May 30, marking the successful completion of this ground-breaking voyage. The expedition reaffirms India’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and excellence in maritime endeavours, proving that Nari Shakti is an unstoppable force capable of conquering any challenge...////...