Navy Day celebrations in Puri: A Glimpse into the display of Indian Naval Power

Puri, Dec 4: Odisha's Puri is buzzing with excitement as it prepares for the grand Navy Day celebrations today. The city is alive with a range of activities, with local residents and tourists eagerly anticipating a showcase of India’s naval strength and expertise. The district administration is working diligently to ensure the event runs smoothly and successfully.

Key Indian Navy demonstrations in Puri:

As part of the Navy Day celebrations, President Droupadi Murmu will attend the Indian Navy’s operational demonstration at Puri's Blue Flag Beach. Here are the key events scheduled for the day:

Bomb Burst Maneuver: Hawk AJT aircraft will perform a "Bomb Burst" maneuver in an arrowhead formation, demonstrating their ground attack capabilities.

Banner Formation: Chetak helicopters will fly past with the National Flag and Naval Ensign, showcasing their maneuverability.

Submarine Sail Past: Submarines will silently sail past, highlighting their stealth and destructive power.

MARCOS Demo: Watch India’s elite Marine Commandos in action, demonstrating their skill, courage, and precision.

STIE Demo: MARCOS will execute an assault mission using inflatable boats, simulating a successful operation.

Amphibious Demo: A joint operation by the Army, Navy, and Air Force, simulating an amphibious assault on enemy territory.

Combat Free Fall: Paratroopers will perform precision jumps from helicopters to land in enemy areas undetected.

Helo Landing Demo: Helicopters will demonstrate their vital role in naval operations with a precise launch and recovery from ships.

Angel Demo: Four Chetak helicopters will perform a coordinated display of their rescue and evacuation capabilities.

SAR Demo: A demonstration of Search and Rescue operations by Navy helicopters in both land and sea environments.

Hornpipe Dance: Young cadets from the Sea Cadet Corps will perform this traditional dance, reflecting the sailors’ life on board ships.

Hawk Demo: The versatile Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer will perform a display of its ground attack and air defense capabilities.

MH Flare Firing: The MH-60R helicopter will demonstrate its multi-role capabilities with flare firing during operations.

MIG 29K Demo: The MIG-29K fighter aircraft will showcase its combat abilities in both air defense and ground attack missions.

Anti-Submarine Rocket Firing: A demonstration of anti-submarine rockets fired to disable or destroy enemy submarines.

Composite Fly Past: A flypast of various aircraft, showcasing the diversity and capability of the Indian Navy.

Beating Retreat: A traditional military ceremony to signal the end of the day’s activities, complete with bugles and synchronized drill.

Ceremonial Sunset: A solemn display of drills and music, marking the lowering of the flag.

Continuity Drill: A precision drill by the Navy’s ceremonial guard, exemplifying their discipline and teamwork.

Anti-Air Firings: Warships of the Eastern Fleet will fire parachute illumination bombs to simulate defense against enemy aircraft