Pune: Navy Week 2020 was celebrated at INS Shivaji, Lonavla with the theme ‘1971 – Victory at Sea and Navy for Environment’.
As part of these activities, Airtel Delhi Half Marathon was conducted on Nov 28 in a unique way, wherein 136 participants, including ladies, registered on a mobile application, ran within the establishment along with their smart devices under 10 km and 21 km categories.
A Motivational talk on Indian Navy for the schools and colleges around the establishment was also conducted virtually through online video conferencing app to inspire the young population towards joining the Armed Forces.
A poster making competition with the theme ‘COVID-19 Pandemic’ was conducted on Dec 2 for children and trainee sailors.
A Cleanship Drive was also held on Dec 3 with the theme ‘Navy for Environment’ from Bhushi Dam to Lion’s Point in collaboration with Lonavla Municipal Council and Rural Police, Lonavla which saw participation of more than 400 personnel from the INS Shivaji towards ensuring clean and green environment around the establishment.
Commodore Ravnish Seth, Commanding Officer, INS Shivaii, also interacted with officers, sailors, defence civilians and civilians residing in the establishment during the week, in cohort groups at High Tea.
A wreath laying ceremony was conducted on the occasion of Navy Day on Dec 4 by the Station Commander, Lonavla at the War Memorial. The events culminated with a Band Concert and Tattoo Ceremony on Dec 4.