INS Shivaji (Engineering Training Establishment)
Name of Establishment, Location, Address and Nearest Railway Station
| Name | Location | Address | Fax | Phone | Railway Station |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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INS Shivaji
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8 kms from Lonavla town | INS Shivaji, Lonavla 410 402 District Pune, Maharashtra | (02114) 284701 | (02114) 284861 - 67 | Lonavla |
Climate and Altitude
| Altitude | Climate | Monsoon | Annual rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| About 700 mts above sea level | Dry and pleasant from October to May | Heavy between June to September | Approximately 500 cms |
Connectivity
| Road | Rail | Air |
|---|---|---|
| Well connected to Mumbai and Pune | Well connected to Mumbai and Pune | Domestic services operate from Pune which is about 65 kms away and international air services operate from Mumbai which is about 120 kms away from Lonavla |
Clothing and Bedding
| Clothing | Bedding |
|---|---|
| Tropical clothing is worn for most part of the year. A thick pullover is however useful from December to February. Raincoat is essential during the monsoon period | Trainees are to possess their own bedding, blankets, mosquito nets, bed sheets and pillows. These can also be purchased locally |
Accommodation
| Officers and Cadets | Sailors |
|---|---|
| Are accommodated in the officers' and cadets mess respectively | Cabins/dormitories are provided to sailors according to their rank |
Domestic Help
Officers/cadets accommodated in the mess are provided with civilian bearers.
Recreation
| Swimming Pool | Sports |
|---|---|
| A swimming pool is located in the establishment | Facilities for indoor/outdoor games are available in the establishment |
Arms/Ammunition
Trainees are not permitted to bring/hold private arms/ammunition.
Animals/Pets
Trainees are not permitted to keep animals/pets.
Banking and Other Facilities
| Banking | Postal | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
| An extension counter of State Bank of India exists within the base | A post office is located within the base | A STD/ISD booth exists within the premises of the base |
Hotels and Restaurants
A number of hotels and restaurants are situated at Lonavala.
Transport
Buses and taxis are available as public transport.
Medical Facilities
| Internal | External |
|---|---|
| A sickbay exists within the base | Naval hospital, INHS Kasturi is located within the premises of INS Shivaji |
School for Children
| Internal | External |
|---|---|
| A Naval KG school is located within the establishment | A number of schools with English as a medium of instruction are located close by |
Library
Well stocked libraries exist in the Naval College of Engineering and Centre for Marine Engineering Technology.
Extra Curricular Activities
Several hobby clubs function in the establishment. Facilities for hand gliding, sailing and rock climbing are available in the establishment.
