Archive · 28 Sep 2025
PM Modi Praises Navy Officers' Sailing Feat in Mann Ki Baat
Two women officers from the Indian Navy, Dilna and Roopa, were recognized by PM Modi on his radio show.
They sailed around the world as part of a mission called Navika Sagar Parikrama II.
During their journey, they faced challenging weather and reached the most remote spot on Earth, Point Nemo.
The officers had trained for three years to handle storms, freezing temperatures, and strong winds.
PM Modi praised their bravery and dedication, calling them an inspiration for the youth.
PM Modi praised Lt. Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A in his radio program, Mann Ki Baat.
The officers reached Point Nemo during the Navika Sagar Parikrama II mission.
They trained for three years.
Rupa shared her experience of the circumnavigation with PM Modi.
The officers collected water samples at Point Nemo for research.
- Who
- Lt. Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A, PM Modi
- What
- PM Modi praised Navy officers on Mann Ki Baat after their sailing feat.
- When
- Sunday, September 28, 2025 (mentioned in article).
- Where
- Point Nemo, various locations globally
- Why
- To commend their courage and the completion of Navika Sagar Parikrama II.
- Officers
- Lt. Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A
- Mission
- Navika Sagar Parikrama II
- Remote Location
- Point Nemo
- Training
- Three years
- Stopped at
- Australia, New Zealand, Fort Stanley, South Africa
