INS Satpura Wins ‘Best Ship’ Trophy

INS Satpura Wins ‘Best Ship’ Trophy

The culmination of the 2018-19 operational cycle of Eastern Fleet was commemorated at the Fleet Award Function 2019, held on 16 April 2019. This annual event, recognises the accomplishment of the ‘Ships and the Sea warriors’ of the Sunrise Fleet at the Eastern Naval Command over the past year. Vice Admiral Karambir Singh, PVSM, AVSM, ADC the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, ENC presided over the event, that was hosted by Eastern Fleet.

The evening witnessed ships and their proud teams being honoured and presented trophies in recognition of their valuable contribution for maritime security of our nation. It is these teams who have ensured a constant vigil, both along our coast as also in the farthest corners of oceans towards enabling secure seas and safeguarding our national interests.

A total of sixteen trophies, acknowledging the exceptional performance over the varied dimensions of maritime operations focused on combat efficiency were awarded to various ships. While INS Airavat was adjudged the ‘Most Spirited Ship’, INS Khanjar was the ‘Best Ship’ among the Corvettes/Tankers/LST(L)’s group. The ‘Best Ship’ trophy for Frigates/Destroyers group was awarded to INS Satpura.

During the event, the Annual Report of activities and accomplishments of the Fleet, over the past year was presented by the Fleet Operations Officer. It was succeeded by a short cultural programme showcasing in-house talent of the Poorvi Beda Team and the families who enthralled the audience with their remarkable talent.