Updated On: 08 March, 2025 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
As part of Navika Sagar Parikrama II, Lt Cdr Dilna and Lt Cdr Roopa of the Indian Navy embarked on a global circumnavigation aboard INSV Tarini. Braving storms and turbulent waters, they symbolise courage, resilience, and the evolving role of women in maritime exploration.

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As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2025, two remarkable Indian Naval officers, Lieutenant Commander Dilna and Lieutenant Commander Roopa, stand as a symbol of courage and perseverance in the vast expanse of the South Atlantic Ocean. Braving relentless storms and navigating treacherous seas, they continue to prove that the oceans, like the world, hold no limits for their spirit and determination. Their journey is a testament to the fact that courage knows no boundaries.
From the South Atlantic, Lt Cdr Dilna & Lt Cdr Roopa sail through storms, proving courage knows no limits! Navika Sagar Parikrama II, flagged off in Oct 2024, showcases the Indian Navy’s commitment to women’s empowerment.
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