Why in News?
The nine-member crew of IASV Triveni was felicitated for completing the first-ever tri-services all-women global circumnavigation sailing expedition, Samudra Pradakshina, on July 30, 2026.
What made this expedition historic?
- The voyage was flagged off on September 11, 2025, and flagged in at Mumbai on July 22, 2026, after 314 days at sea.
- The crew covered approximately 25,500 nautical miles across four oceans, crossing the Equator twice and the International Date Line.
- They rounded the three Great Capes: Cape Leeuwin, Cape Horn, and the Cape of Good Hope, and navigated the challenging Drake Passage.
- By rounding Cape Horn, the crew earned membership in the prestigious Cape Horners fraternity, an honor reserved for sailors who achieve this feat.
- The expedition was a joint effort of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, showcasing India's indigenous sailing capabilities and the spirit of Nari Shakti.
Exam Connect
Samudra Pradakshina → First global circumnavigation with a joint crew from all three services
Cape Horners → Prestigious fraternity for sailors who round Cape Horn
IASV Triveni → Indian Army Sailing Vessel